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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 type of paper does Mr. Eager claim Mr. Emerson once worked for?

2. During the group ride out to the country, what language does Lucy attempt to speak?

3. What are Lucy and Miss Lavish looking for?

4. Who does Lucy receive letters from?

5. Miss Bartlett makes Lucy promise to keep the kiss a secret from whom?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is it ironic that Cecil tries to lead Lucy and Mrs. Honeychurch away from the men in the lake?

2. When Lucy gets lost in Chapter 2, what is the end result? Why is this significant?

3. What is the result of the view Mr. Eager shares with Lucy?

4. Explain the description of women at the beginning of Chapter 4. How is the character of Lucy described?

5. What does Mr. Emerson suggest to Lucy regarding the character George?

6. What does the word "muddle" mean and who is it often used to describe?

7. When Lucy returns to the Pension following her kiss with George, where is she looking for him and what does this literal action represent?

8. What is the meaning of the quote Mr. Emerson has written on the wardrobe?

9. Why is it ironic that Cecil is the one who facilitates the Emersons' move to the villa?

10. When Miss Bartlett does not speak with the Emersons at church, choosing instead to go to the carriage, what does Lucy realize?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing is used frequently in "A Room with a View". Choose three examples of foreshadowing in the story. Explain how it helped add to the story being told.

Essay Topic 2

"Fences" are discussed in a "Room with a View." Citing examples from the story, define the following:

1) What is the definition of "fences"?

2) Identify a character who puts up "fences". Discuss why and how this character puts up "fences".

3) Identify a character who does not put up "fences". Analyze why this character does not use "fences".

Essay Topic 3

The influence of Miss Bartlett is a major factor in Lucy's character, both intentionally and unintentionally. Based on examples from the book, make an argument for or against Miss Bartlett's ability and affect on Lucy to conform to Lucy's expected role in society.

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