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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was very different and controversial about Strachey?

2. How did George feel about Vanessa's relationship with Jack?

3. Who had to be the center of attention at the events Vanessa and Virginia hosted?

4. Who was hesitant to purchase the vacation house?

5. What era of thinking did Virginia and Vanessa both belong in?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Despair was a theme that was placed in a number of sensitive places in these stories. What are some of these places, and what role did despair play in this book?

Essay Topic 2

What did the title of this book mean? Why was it significant to Virginia's life and writings?

Essay Topic 3

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why were they so important to the people involved?

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