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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 32, why does Sir Strett come to find Merton?

2. Where does Strett intend to meet Milly again?

3. When Milly leaves London, where will she go first?

4. Who will be the guest of honor at a party in Chapter 28?

5. In Chapter 31, when does Susan say that Sir Strett will arrive?

Short Essay Questions

1. What has Merton often said will happen after they marry?

2. How does Maud couch her invitation to dinner in Chapter 19?

3. In Chapter 28, why doesn’t Milly come down to dinner?

4. Why didn’t Maud and Kate go to the country for Christmas?

5. Why had Kate and Merton decided to meet at the National Gallery on the day they saw Milly?

6. Eventually, what reason does Susan give for Merton not being received at the palace?

7. Why was Sir Mark with Maud earlier Christmas Day?

8. What does Kate think Merton’s note from Milly says?

9. What did Sir Strett tell Susan about Milly’s illness?

10. At first what reason does Merton give for staying on in Venice after Kate and Maud left?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The title of the novel is a reference to Milly and her dove-like qualities. In what way did Milly spread wings around or over those who were her friends? What adjectives describe Milly’s dove-like characteristics? How was Milly’s care for her friends dove-like?

Essay Topic 2

James uses flat characters in the novel to support and set the stage for the main characters. Who are some of the supporting characters? How do they set the stage for the main characters? How do they advance the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Kate’s father seems to have a superficial relationship with her. Why did Kate volunteer to care for her father? Was she more concerned about his welfare or her own when she made that offer? Why wasn’t her father around for much of her growing up years? How does Kate feel about her father’s absence? Why doesn’t Lionel want Kate to stay with him and care for him? Is he concerned about his welfare or hers? What type of relationship do the two have?

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