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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lily say in her telegram to Lawrence Selden?

2. In book 2, chapter 8, what is Lily's social situation when Lily returns to the city after Simon Rosesale refuses to marry her ?

3. What does George Dorset ask Lily to do while at the Gormers?

4. What is Lily concerned about when she wakes up at Gerty's the morning after her argument with Gus Trenor?

5. How does Lily react to Lawrence Selden's request regarding her new job and living arrangements in book 2, chapter 9?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The House of Mirth was written using elements of both realism and romanticism. Explore the difference between romanticism and realism, presenting examples from the novel to support your response.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the following statement: The only difference between a falsehood and a truth is whom people choose to believe.

1) Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?

2) Give examples from The House of Mirth that prove or disprove this statement.

Essay Topic 3

Write about one of the following concepts as it relates to The House of Mirth. Give examples from the story that explain your choice.

1) love

2) trust

3) morals

4) logic

5) truth

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