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

Short Answer Questions

1. As he goes outside, what serves to increase his piety?

2. After dinner, why does Stephen march out of the house?

3. How old is Stephen when he goes to confess his terrible sin?

4. What is Stephen's condition as he leaves the retreat?

5. How does Stephen feel about the Virgin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay entitled, Imagery in A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man. In your essay, select one or two passages with some of Joyce's literary imagery and explain why these in particular appealed to you. Discuss how imagery in literature paints a mental picture for the reader.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Write an essay on decision making. The symbolism of Stephen's pacing back and forth between the chapel and Byron's pub is his crossroads decision to return to the church and become a priest or give in to his desire to become an artist. In your essay discuss both the rational and emotional elements involved in decision making process.

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