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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. With what does the other person clean the glasses?

2. Who is the Captain of the ship on which Morgan is sailing?

3. Why does the tall lady let out a fierce cry?

4. What does Morgan examine in the cargo hold?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe Wallis Ellery?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is observed about the narrator's demeanor from the Prologue?

2. What is the date of the activity noted in the Prologue?

3. What is the name of one of the characters from the Prologue?

4. What is the foreshadowing related to an article written by the journalist, Mr. Stead?

5. What do Morgan and his companions talk about over dinner the first night on board?

6. Morgan is attracted to the elusive Wallis Ellery but how does she treat him?

7. What act does Morgan find sensual regarding his companion?

8. Describe the ship's docking at Queenstown, Ireland, and what happens there.

9. What is the purpose of a prologue?

10. What can be said about Morgan's personality and motivations?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Bainbridge is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphor, and irony, and briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Morgan and Wallis. Be sure to include any other characters who you think survived the sinking of the Titanic. Incorporate the characters' emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.

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