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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. In light of the men’s behavior, what did Evelina decide to do at the dance?

2. In Letter XXIV, Rev. Villars is delighted to write to Evelina, who is ________________.

3. What was Evelina’s response to the first man’s question about her “already being engaged with a more fortunate man”?

4. How did Miss Evelyn die?

5. How are the ladies treated at the shops while shopping?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Evelina returns to Howard Grove, who disrupts the peaceful atmosphere?

2. Who is Miss Belmont?

3. After both “daughters” are married, what does Sir Belmont plan to do?

4. Who is intent on seeing that Sir Belmont recognizes Evelina as his own?

5. Who is Mrs. Beauchamp, and what role does she play in bringing Evelina and Lord Orville back together?

6. What are the circumstances of Evelina Anville’s birth?

7. What relationship does Mr. Macartney have with Evelina, if his claims are true?

8. Who confesses to having intercepted Evelina’s letter to Lord Orville? What else does the person confess to having done concerning the letter?

9. What happens to make Evelina doubt treating Lord Orville so coldly?

10. Who investigated Miss Belmont’s background to find out about her predicament?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the themes of the story is the absurdity of social rules. Explore how the author develops this theme, particularly when Evelina commits a “social sin” at the ball.

Essay Topic 2

Burney has created realistic characters that encourage the reader to either love or hate them. Choose your favorite character and explore why you feel the way you do about them. Use text for support.

Essay Topic 3

Vivid imagery is important to a reader’s understanding and enjoyment of stories. Select at least 5 images from Evelina and explore their contribution to your understanding of the story’s deeper meaning.

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