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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 scandalous suggestion is rumored about the five boys who ran away?

2. What does Stephen figure out about his not returning to Clongowes?

3. What public transportation does Stephen take?

4. What happens when summer vacation is over for Stephen?

5. What are Stephen's father and the priests always urging him to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the beginnings of the poet in Stephen.

2. Mention Stephen's attempt to join a group of boys after being publicly chided by a teacher.

3. Why does the rector come into Stephen's classroom?

4. Relate the conversation Stephen overhears about runaway boys.

5. What happens on Sundays in Blackrock?

6. Explain the inconsistency of Stephens' devotion to his mother and his plans for his own future.

7. What is Stephen's impression of Clongowes Wood College?

8. Discuss briefly Stephen's longing for a loving embrace.

9. Mention something about the antagonism Stephen forms toward his mother.

10. What was in the verses Stephen wrote about the girl on the tram?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on the idea of love at first sight. Use Stephen's early encounter with the girl on the tram as a starting point. Express your opinion about the concept of love at first sight. Include an example from modern day experience.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about a mother's love. Start with Cranly's assessment of a mother's love and how his arguments affected Stephen. Your essay will either agree with Cranly or disagree and should include some examples to illustrate your point.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay entitled, "Why James Joyce is Still Cool." This essay will center around the idea that Joyce's works are as relevant today as they were when they were written. It will also include his fresh approach to writing that makes the reader not want to put the book down. Some mention should also be included about the characters in his novels and what makes them cool as well.

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