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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nicholas do when he comes to visit Madeline and Bray?

2. Ralph orders Noggs to get a coach to take them to the Strand, which Noggs realizes will take Ralph where?

3. Gride then asks Noggs to stay for a drink and proposes what?

4. Why can Nicholas not pursue this person?

5. How does Madeline respond when Nicholas impulsively tells her how he feels about her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Integrity is lost partially through the play.

Part 1) What is integrity? How is it lost? Who loses it? Why do they lose it?

Part 2) How can readers relate to this? How is it relevant today?

Part 3) What is significant about Nicholas' behavior during this part of the play? What does this show about his transformation?

Essay Topic 2

Ralph is symbolic.

Part 1) Describe Ralph. What does he symbolize?

Part 2) Why does he symbolize what he does?

Part 3) Compare Ralph's symbolism to Nicholas? What does this reveal?

Essay Topic 3

Minor characters, plot lines, and events are significant.

Part 1) Describe these minor characters, plot lines, and events.

Part 2) How are they significant? How do they reinforce Dickens' writing style?

Part 3) What is the connection between these minor details and the main characters and plot lines?

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