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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Becky Sharp's companion?

2. What is true of Amelia Sedley's entry into social circles?

3. Why does Becky Sharp cry when she reaches Queens Crawley?

4. Which character leaves forever?

5. Who is Mr. Bullock?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the narrative technique in Vanity Fair? How does the author present himself throughout the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Why does the author use the character of William Dobbin in the novel? Is it merely to further the plot?

Essay Topic 3

How does William Thackeray employ satire in the novel?

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