Persuasion Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Persuasion Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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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. Sir Elliot tells Admiral Croft what about Admiral Croft's appearance?

2. The day before the planned dinner, who has a bad fall?

3. Anne learns that Frederick's sister is whom?

4. Captain Wentworth's warm reception at ___________ convinces him to stay on in the area.

5. Anne and which person do not speak, even though they see each other often?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Sir Elliot feel about naval officers?

2. Describe the sort of trouble the Elliots are facing in Chapter 1.

3. Explain how Anne's plans to leave for Bath are interrupted.

4. Describe Anne's sister, Mary.

5. How does Mr. Elliot feel about Anne's refusal to attend a party because she wants to visit her old governess, Mrs. Smith.

6. When everyone travels to Bath to surprise the Elliots, in Chapter 22, what news do they bring?

7. Describe Captain Frederick Wentworth at the beginning of Chapter 4.

8. Explain how Sir Elliot and Elizabeth deal with their financial situation.

9. Describe the first applicant to apply to rent Kellynch Hall.

10. Describe what happens when Mr. Elliot tries to engage Anne in conversation at the concert.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Everyone is surprised by Captain Benwick's engagement to Louisa. Admiral Croft thought Louisa would marry Frederick. Do you feel that Louisa and Captain Benwick were a good match? Why or why not? If not, who do you think each one should have married and why?

Essay Topic 2

As the title of the book suggests, persuasion is a major theme. List examples of how the powers of persuasion affect Anne throughout the book. Also, state whether you agree or disagree with Anne's reactions to that persuasion.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the three Elliot daughters at the beginning of the book. How is each similar or different when the book opens?

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