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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has it been since Lord Marchmain last visited Brideshead?

2. Why are Bridey and Beryl in Rome?

3. Why does Julia return to Brideshead?

4. What will Charles' painting be sold off to pay?

5. Why does Charles claim meeting Rex is good for Julia?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the similarities and differences between the book and the film. If there are any differences, what are these differences, and why were these changes made? Are there more constraints put on film than on books? Look at the setting and characters in the film. Are they portrayed how you would visualize the book?

Essay Topic 2

Look at the state of the world before the Second World War. Which countries were in power? Which countries were oppressed? What was the state of the world's economy? What kind of environment allowed for such a war and such radical opinion to be accepted by people?

Essay Topic 3

Examine alcohol consumption in America. Why is the age limit for drinking in America so high when in other countries it is as low as 16? Why has America had such a problem with alcohol when other countries do not seem to?

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