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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. Who is the stable-hand that Cathy has been bribing to help her sneak out every day in Chapter 24?

2. What does Hareton do that offends and upsets Catherine in Chapter 30?

3. What does the word "avaricious" mean in Chapter 25?

4. What word from Chapter 19 means characterized by displeasure at something considered unjust or offensive?

5. What word used in Chapter 31 refers to a destructive fire?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Heathcliff describe his duties to and expectations of his son in Chapter 20?

2. What does Cathy beg of Nelly after her confession in Chapter 24? How does Nelly respond?

3. What leads to the encounter between Catherine and Heathcliff in the beginning of Chapter 21?

4. How does Nelly respond to the encounter between Catherine and Heathcliff in Chapter 22?

5. What deception of Catherine's does Nelly discover in Chapter 21? How does Nelly handle the matter?

6. When does Chapter 32 take place? What does Mr. Lockwood encounter when he approaches Wuthering Heights?

7. How has Cathy's relationship with Linton progressed in Chapter 25?

8. How does Mrs. Dean describe the encounter between Catherine and Linton at Wuthering Heights in Chapter 23?

9. How does Linton behave during Catherine and Nelly's visit in Chapter 26?

10. What does Heathcliff reveal about his future plans to Nelly in Chapter 29?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine and discuss the plot structure of Wuthering Heights. Where in the narrative do the following occur: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and denouement? How traditionally structured is the story? How does the author develop tension toward the climax?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the themes of longing, violence, and abuse in Wuthering Heights. In what ways are the themes of longing and abuse connected in the novel? What are some examples of symbolism and imagery that reflect these themes? How are these themes developed through Hindley’s character following the death of Frances?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the character of Linton Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights. How old is Linton when he arrives at Thrushcross Grange? How does Linton differ from Catherine? How does Linton’s character develop as he grows older? What attributes of Linton’s does Catherine appreciate?

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