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. Anne is more open about her opinions after what happens?

2. Since the engagement was broken seven years ago, how does Anne feel about men?

3. Anne believes that which person is Captain Wentworth's favorite?

4. Why does Anne break off the engagement?

5. How does Sir Elliot feel the Admiral's stature compares to his own?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how Lady Russell's attitude toward Anne, in Chapter 2, is different from Sir Elliot and Elizabeth's attitude toward Anne.

2. How are Anne, Elizabeth and Mary different, according to Chapter 1?

3. Explain how Anne's plans to care for Louisa are interrupted.

4. Explain what Anne thinks are the pros of living with Lady Russell rather than Mary.

5. Anne has been dreading going to Bath. Explain why the reception she gets on her arrival is surprising at first, and then not as much.

6. Describe the major event that happens in Chapter 12.

7. In the final chapter, why does Sir Elliot not object to Anne marrying Frederick?

8. When Anne and Frederick meet in town on a rainy day, what happens?

9. Why does Sir Elliot choose to rent his house to the person that he chooses?

10. Explain what Elizabeth tells Anne in a letter, in Chapter 14.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the end of the book, Anne and Captain Wentworth have finally married. Describe how everyone's attitudes toward Captain Wentworth have either changed or stayed the same. Specifically, focus on Sir Elliot, Lady Russell and Elizabeth.

Essay Topic 2

Mary and Charles play a large role in Anne's life, especially in the early part of the book. Explain how Anne relates to them. Do they listen to her? Does she help them? Does she feel caught in the middle? Use examples from the book to explain.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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