View a FREE sample

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Walter choose to keep Sir Percival's secret?

2. Who helps Mr. Fairlie write his narrative?

3. How does Marian demonstrate suspicion against Sir Percival and Count Fosco?

4. After returning from abroad, what won't Laura discuss with Marian?

5. To their landlord, Laura and Marian pretend to be Walter's what?

Short Essay Questions

1. After the incident where Laura refuses to sign papers for Sir Percival, why does Countess Fosco take Marian on a long walk?

2. How does Sir Percival convince the Fairlie's he acted responsibly by putting Anne into the asylum?

3. How does Marian present the news to Mr. Fairlie, regarding Laura's agreement to wed Sir Percival?

4. Prior to their marriage, Laura admits that she is in love with another man and gives Sir Percival the option of doing what?

5. Why does Walter dislike Mr. Fairlie?

6. Why does Count Fosco consider Marian a worthy opponent?

7. What is the significance of the secret Anne claims to know about Sir Percival?

8. Why is Walter upset at the letter he receives from Mrs. Catherick following Sir Percival's death?

9. Why does Sir Percival lie to Laura about sending an ill Marian to London?

10. How does Walter react to the news of Laura death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay supporting or refuting the following statement, citing examples from the text: Inadequate guardianship leads to devastation for the female characters in "The Woman in White".

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay analyzing the many factors that work against Laura in reclaiming her identity.

Essay Topic 3

Although many of the characters in "The Woman in White" are considered wealthy, many of them suffer due to financial reasons. Write an essay supporting or refuting the following statement: Money traps many of the characters in "The Woman in White".

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 677 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample