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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his more evolved frame of mind, Paul imagines that
(a) It had been right to condemn him.
(b) His old life never happened.
(c) His old life was not his fault.
(d) All the events of his life were planned.

2. People carry "deep and diverse impressions" of Professor Silenus'
(a) Genius.
(b) Architecture.
(c) Talent.
(d) Professionalism.

3. Despite harsh prison conditions, Paul
(a) Sleeps on a featherbed, from Margot.
(b) Eats lavishly, due to Margot.
(c) Has his own finely appointed restroom.
(d) Does daily calisthenics.

4. Again, Paul is living the good life now, as
(a) A tourist.
(b) A fugitive.
(c) A dead man.
(d) Margot's husband.

5. Margot's yacht is waiting for Paul to take him to
(a) Scone College.
(b) Italy.
(c) Egdon Heath.
(d) Corfu.

Short Answer Questions

1. Silenus feels that life resembles

2. Paul arranges to have dinner with Arthur Potts who is

3. The author refers to Paul's shadow which is

4. Guilt over Grimes' death is expressed by

5. Dr. Fagan's letter sounds as though

Short Essay Questions

1. As they approach King's Thursday, Paul seems to be in reverie. What do his daydreams mean?

2. Why is it not surprising that Paul and Margot run into Philbrick at the upscale restaurant where they are having lunch?

3. How is it that Prendergast is now a chaplain at the prison where Paul is incarcerated?

4. On whom can we blame the death of Prendergast?

5. Grimes has supposedly met with a terrible death in the bogs. Does Paul mourn his passing?

6. Discuss Professor Silenus' role in the renovation of King's Thursday. What does he set out to accomplish?

7. Compare the two names held by Maltravers -- Maltravers and, now, Metroland. What is Waugh trying to say?

8. What comparable trait can be said to be possessed by both Margot and Grimes?

9. When Margot announces her upcoming marriage to Maltravers, what is Paul's reaction?

10. What is Peter Beste-Chetwynde doing at Scone College? How does Paul feel about him?

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