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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. What does Beatrice vow after her father's death?

2. Why does Beatrice want Harry to go forward with his marriage to Celia?

3. What does Mrs. Lacy order from the apothecary for Beatrice?

4. Which of the following was NOT mentioned in Squire Lacy's will?

5. Why does Celia chastise Beatrice regarding Julia?

Short Essay Questions

1. What plan does Ralph reveal to Beatrice for securing Wideacre for the two of them?

2. What lies does Beatrice relay to Harry to avoid everyone finding out that Beatrice, and not Celia, was pregnant?

3. Explain Beatrice's concept of the importance of her home, Wideacre, in the universe.

4. Why does Mama think it important to introduce Celia into the household?

5. What are the circumstances surrounding Harry's early return from school?

6. What is the relationship that is developing between Beatrice and Dr. McAndrew?

7. How are Beatrice and Ralph alike in their views of love and pleasure?

8. Describe the tryst in which Beatrice learns about Harry's sexual proclivities.

9. How does Beatrice react to Harry's homecoming?

10. What does Beatrice think is the real reason her mother wants Harry to come home from school?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several events of foreshadowing in the book. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Greed takes on a human persona in this story especially surrounding the character of Beatrice. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the overall setting for the story. Why does the author use the setting she does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

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