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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. Who hires a private detective to keep tabs on Mary Ducton?

2. Who does Philippa confront when returning home in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 4"?

3. What is Norman shocked to see in "Book 2, An Order of Release: Chapter 1"?

4. What does Mary give Philippa in "Book 2, An Order of Release: Chapter 3"?

5. Who is too timid to enjoy the food she prepares?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Norman go visit a private detective?

2. Who is Philippa's adoptive father?

3. Discuss Maurice's marriage to Hilda.

4. What happens when Norman first goes to York station?

5. Who is Norman Scase and what does he celebrate in "Book 1, Proof of Identity: Chapter 8"?

6. What happens when Norman goes home after his celebration party?

7. Discuss Philippa's trip to visit her biological parents.

8. What does Philippa learn from Maurice about her biological parents?

9. Discuss how Philippa finds a flat to rent.

10. What happens when Philippa speaks with Mary Ducton in prison?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss and describe the idea of a second chance and the effect this has on the story.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the relationship between Maurice and Hilda and the effects their relationship have on Philippa.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the motives and motivations of Philippa and the role they play in the novel.

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