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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ursula's first impression of Mr. Skrebensky?
(a) He is sure of himself.
(b) He is worried about what others think of him.
(c) He is a buffoon.
(d) He is timid.

2. What is it that makes the new house in Beldover feel like a home to the Brangwen children?
(a) The intimacy of Anna and William
(b) Their books are in the bookcase
(c) All their belongings are in place
(d) Their stuffed animals are in their beds

3. What kind of teacher does Ursula dream she will be?
(a) She will go through the motions with no enthusiasm.
(b) She will make learning clear, interesting and personal.
(c) She will remain distant from the children.
(d) She will keep a strict classroom.

4. What is it about Christmas day that disappoints the Brangwens?
(a) The hope of peace and ecstasy fades away.
(b) They did not receive the gifts they hoped for.
(c) Their father is not home.
(d) The Christmas feast is not as big as usual.

5. How does Ursula get through the long weeks while Anton is away?
(a) As if half alive
(b) Going to church every day
(c) Spending time with friends
(d) Praying for his safe return

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ursula feel as she waits for Anton to come home?

2. Why does Maggie feel betrayed when Ursula spends time with Anthony?

3. Where does Ursula's school mistress invite her to go on Saturday?

4. What is the response of Ursula's mother when Ursula says that she wants to have an equal place with men in the field of action and work?

5. What does Lydia Brangwen wish for as she sees the turmoil in her son's lives?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Ursula's view of the coal miners when she and Winifred go to visit her Uncle Tom in Wiggiston.

2. Describe the Brangwens's Christian devotion and religious practices.

3. Describe the relationship between Ursula and Anton Skrebensky when he visits Marsh farm.

4. What is Ursula's reason for refusing the marriage proposal from Anthony?

5. As Ursula continues to teach, how does her attitude toward education change?

6. Summarize the effect Ursula has on Anton as they make love in the cornstacks.

7. What does Anton Skrebensky believe is the responsibility of every person?

8. Describe the events that lead up to Ursula's love affair with Miss Inger.

9. Describe Anna's thoughts about William's new job and their moving away from Cossethay.

10. Summarize the decision Ursula makes as she is recovering from her miscarriage.

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