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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. What had Stevens said about employment by Lord Darlington when asked by a guest of Mr. Farraday's?
2. What does Stevens answer when asked if he had ever worked for Lord Darlington?
3. What does this road trip supply for Stevens?
4. How many dignitaries are expected?
5. What nationality is Mr. Faraday?
Short Essay Questions
1. What occasion does Stevens recall where the silver altered the apprehensive nature of a guest?
2. What does Stevens learn is the primary point to be accomplished at the conference?
3. Explain Stevens' personal complications during the time of the conference.
4. What benefit does the road trip provide for Stevens?
5. How is Stevens' reserve shown regarding Miss Kenton's letter?
6. What happens when Stevens runs out of fuel and is nowhere near a filling station?
7. What irony or insult to Lord Darlington does Stevens think about when recalling the German ambassador's visit?
8. How does the scene at the pond indicate Stevens' state of mind during his road trip?
9. Explain the symbolism and foreshadowing in this chapter.
10. What does Stevens do after finding out that Mr. Cardinal plans to stay the night.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain the technique of symbolism used extensively in this book. Describe some situations that can be considered symbolism. Why are they examples of symbolism? What are the benefits of using symbolism?
Essay Topic 2
Explain how Stevens is an unwitting accomplice in anti-Semitic behavior. How does he react when he realizes this fact? Is his reaction in character or out of character? Explain.
Essay Topic 3
How does Stevens justify the humiliating behavior inflicted by Lord Darlington's guests toward him? What is his view on the laws of nature? Does he truly feel that class distinction has its place even after he has been a victim of its cruelty?
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