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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. How much money does Sir Percival gain from the conspiracy against Laura?

2. Mrs. Catherick was once seen where with Sir Percival, causing a scandal?

3. How many times does the clergyman bow to Mrs. Catherick?

4. In Knowlesbury, what crime is Walter accused of?

5. What is Marian's opinion of Laura's plans to remarry?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who prescribed and delivered the medicine to treat Anne, just before she died?

2. On his visit to Blackwater Park, Walter suspects the man with the carpetbag will attempt what, if given the chance?

3. Mrs. Catherick comments she only has to do what to her clothes to enter into mourning for Anne?

4. Why does Count Fosco whisper his regards for Marian, prior to fleeing from town?

5. What does Mrs. Catherick say would surprise her regarding Sir Percival?

6. Why might Count Fosco recognize Pesca even though Pesca does not recognize him?

7. How does Marian react to Walter's plan to confront Count Fosco at his home?

8. Once married to Laura, how does Walter first obtain information on Count Fosco?

9. What surprises Walter when he visits the site of the church fire the following day?

10. Why is it easy to believe that even relatives do not recognize Laura after her stay in the asylum?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several obstacles for the characters in "The Woman in White" to overcome. Choose a character from the story and write an essay on how he or she is affected by the obstacles faced.

1) What obstacles must this character overcome?

2) In what way do these obstacles force this character to seek out action?

3) How is the character changed do the obstacles faced?

Essay Topic 2

The relationship between Walter and Marian evolves throughout "The Woman in White".

1) What is the history of their relationship?

2) What are their common interests?

3) How does their relationship change over time?

Essay Topic 3

There are several factors that warn the Fairlie's against Laura's union with Sir Percival. Write an essay discussing the various ways the Fairlies were warned against Sir Percival and the factors that prevented them from heading the warning.

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