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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 Chapter 16, what does Dixon think of his finances?

2. In Chapter 17, what does Johns warn Dixon of?

3. While in the taxi after the dance, to whom does Dixon compare Bertrand?

4. In Chapter 18, where does Dixon invite Margaret?

5. In Chapter 17, why do Dixon and Beesley go to the common room?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Dixon and Christine meet for tea?

2. Why can't Dixon cancel his date with Christine over the phone?

3. How does Margaret react when Dixon says they should stop seeing each other in Chapter 16?

4. What happens when Dixon and Bertrand get into a fistfight?

5. How does Dixon respond when Christine says she could marry without loving someone?

6. In Chapter 16, how does Dixon try to get even with Johns?

7. In Chapter 18, why is Dixon upset with Welch's offer of dinner?

8. In Chapter 17, how does Dixon reflect on his "Merrie England" lecture?

9. What happens to Dixon after he learns he will lose his university job?

10. How does Atkinson try to calm down Margaret in Chapter 16?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the struggle between classes that is explored in "Lucky Jim". What is the message about class systems?

Essay Topic 2

"Lucky Jim" is a plotted novel that follows a traditional plot development. Examine the development and formation of this plot. Explain the purpose this type of plot serves and if you believe it is effective or not.

Essay Topic 3

What role does hypocrisy play in this novel? How does hypocrisy affect the characters?

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