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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. At Llanabba, Philbrick is supposedly engaged to
2. A revolver used for starting the races is provided by
3. Mr. Levy's response to Paul's lack of qualifications is
4. The impression we get of the education system is that
5. Llanabba has a reputation for being
Short Essay Questions
1. Although other sports have been canceled due to floods, Dr. Fagan decides on the spur of the moment to hold a major, lavish sporting event at Llanabba because the sun has come out. For whose benefit is the event?
2. What is it about Mrs. Beste-Chetwynde that has put Paul in such a state of mind over her?
3. What do we learn about Digby-Vaine-Trumpington from the letter Potts has sent to Paul?
4. What is the source of Mr. Prendergast's doubt?
5. For all that Paul has lost at the hands of Digby-Vaine-Trumpington, he decides not to take his money. Discuss Paul's response to Potts' letter.
6. The mysterious Philbrick speaks wistfully of his father, Chick. Discuss Chick.
7. How is it that Paul loses the inheritance of his father's money?
8. How is Prendergast's wig related to the "intractable" behavior of his students?
9. What is Dr. Fagan's biggest concern with respect to the sporting event at Llanabba?
10. Captain Grimes' deep despondency has caused him to make some unusual decisions. Discuss them.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write a biography of Evelyn Waugh. Did he become famous for his writing while he was alive? Did he become wealthy from his work, or was he an unknown until later? Where was he born and educated, and where did he live his adult life? What characteristics about Waugh led him to have the social insights he seems to possess?
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay on the history of the Ritz Hotel in London, where Paul Pennyfeather stayed as his wedding was under preparation. Include information on the founders, the accommodations, the changes the hotel has undergone if it still exists, and the services and accommodations they offer.
Essay Topic 3
An astonishing element of this story is that Waugh wants us to notice that no one, including parents and teachers, is terribly concerned over the accidental shooting of little Lord Tangent, not to mention his ensuing death. Look into the American standards for schools and write an essay on the degree to which we protect our children from careless teachers and unsafe conditions. Do we, as a country, have laws about such things? Are the laws strictly local? Are there some lawsuits you can reference about this kind of accident on school grounds? Are the laws different for private vs. public schools?
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