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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Lord Bittlesham's actual first name, according to Bingo?

2. How many clergy are in the handicap?

3. What is the betting proposition in Chapter 12?

4. Where is Bertie planning to take the Rowbotham clan for lunch?

5. Who does he hear on Sunday morning in Chapter 9?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Contrast the written dialogue of Bertie and Jeeves. What are the characteristics of Bertie's speech? Find three of the best examples of things only Bertie could/would say. What are the characteristics of Jeeves' dialogue? Find three examples of specifically Jeeves-like dialogue. Contrast and compare the two men verbally.

Essay Topic 2

Jeeves has become, over time, a very popular and enduring character. In some way, he has become an archetype. Describe the character of Jeeves, and discuss what it is about the character that is so interesting and has made such a mark upon popular culture. Use examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

What are the types of men who are in these stories? What stock characters surround Bertie and Jeeves? Do you see categories? Or are the men more individualistic than the female characters are? Discuss several of the male characters, and analyze them in terms of their effect upon Bertie.

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