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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Faced with the realization that she is worried about Mr. B's condition, what concern does Pamela have about her response?
(a) She is annoyed with herself.
(b) She fears that Mr. B will use this against her.
(c) She fears that she has feelings for him.
(d) She wonders why she cannot hate him.

2. As Section 3 begins, what is the reaction of Mr. B's dinner party guests to the rumors about Pamela?
(a) They are anxious to see the simple servant about whom everyone is talking.
(b) They are anxious to see the young woman about whose beauty they have heard.
(c) They try to ridicule her for spreading rumors about Mr. B.
(d) They want to tease and embarrass her.

3. What advice do Pamela's parents send her in response to Mr. Williams' earlier suggestion to Pamela?
(a) They suggest that she discuss it with Mr. B.
(b) They forbid her to follow his suggestion.
(c) They encourage her to accept his idea.
(d) They ask her to defer a decision on the matter.

4. While becoming more restricted by Mrs. Jewkes at Lincolnshire, how does Pamela try to get help?
(a) She writes to Sir Simon.
(b) She asks Mrs Jewkes to help her.
(c) She identifies a sober clergyman whom she trusts to help her.
(d) She write to Mr. Longman.

5. According to the articles contained in Mr. B's proposition to Pamela, where will Pamela's property be located?
(a) Bedfordshire.
(b) Kent.
(c) Lincolnshire.
(d) London.

6. What reference does Mr. B make to Mr. Williams in one of the articles contained in his proposition to Pamela?
(a) He wants Pamela to give details about all the discussions between Pamela and Mr. Williams.
(b) He wants an assurance that Mr. Williams had no encouragement from Pamela.
(c) He wants Pamela to write to the Church complaining about the actions of Mr. Williams.
(d) He wants Pamela to have no contact with Mr. Williams.

7. What reference to marriage does Mr. B include in the articles that he sets out in his proposition to Pamela?
(a) There is no reference to marriage
(b) He will review the possibility of marrying her after two years.
(c) He will marry her after she has a child.
(d) He will marry her after twelve months of cohabitation if her good behavior continues.

8. How does Pamela respond to Mr. B's proposition and the articles contained in it?
(a) She writes rejecting him and asking him to reconsider before ruining her.
(b) She asks for time to consider.
(c) She accepts them but asks for two to be changed.
(d) She asks to discuss the matter with her father.

9. After the dinner party when Mr. B disguises himself, what is Mr. B's response to Mrs. Jervis?
(a) He dismisses her because she threatens to reveal his actions.
(b) He moves her to another estate
(c) He dismisses her because she knows too much.
(d) He dismisses her because she takes Pamela's side against him.

10. In a rare outburst, what name does Pamela call Mr. B's ally in making her life difficult?
(a) Wicked Witch.
(b) Devil.
(c) Jezebel.
(d) Agent of the Devil.

11. After being confronted by Pamela, what does Robin do about his assistance to Mr. B and his scheme against Pamela?
(a) He promises to stop helping Mr. B.
(b) He apologizes.
(c) He explains that he has no choice but to help Mr. B.
(d) He tells Pamela that he will make it up to her by helping her.

12. In Section 2, after Mr. B returns from a two week absence, of what does he accuse Pamela?
(a) Of neglecting her duties.
(b) Of being useless and artful.
(c) Of stealing.
(d) Of lying.

13. In Section 7 when Mr. B makes his surprising new approach to Pamela, how many articles does Mr. B outline to her?
(a) Ten.
(b) Five.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Seven.

14. In the same letter, what other allegations does Mr. B make about Pamela?
(a) That Pamela has begun a romantic correspondence with a penniless clergyman.
(b) That Pamela no longer wishes to work for him.
(c) That Pamela has been getting mixed up with other servants.
(d) That Pamela has been insolent to him.

15. What relation is Lady Davers to Mr. B?
(a) His sister.
(b) His aunt.
(c) His sister-in-law.
(d) His cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Throughout Section 5, when Pamela's movements are restricted and monitored, which character is Mr. B's chief ally?

2. After Pamela's rejection of Mr. B's proposition, Mr B renews his attempt to take liberties with her, resulting in Pamela's fainting. What new worries face Pamela after this incident?

3. After Mr. Williams apologizes to Pamela for disclosing their plans, who writes to him about Mr. B's plans to visit?

4. When given the opportunity to apologize for her insolence and continue working, what does Mrs. Jervis do?

5. What event results in Pamela's first letter to her parents?

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