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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. Who is Daisy with in chapter 2?
2. Daisy finds solace in her what?
3. What is the title of chapter 3?
4. As chapter five opens, where does Daisy live?
5. Mr. Flett got to his destination by doing mostly what?
Short Essay Questions
1. Do you feel that it was fair for Cuyler to give Daisy to Mrs. Flett?
2. Describe the circumstances surrounding Daisy's birth.
3. Is Mercy a good wife?
4. Describe Daisy's perception of herself through chapter four.
5. Why do you think that Daisy and her family are restless, in chapter five?
6. How is Barker Flett's personal life described, in chapter four, prior to marrying Daisy?
7. How do you feel about the layout of the book so far, particularly the large time gaps between chapters?
8. What is Daisy's attitude, early in chapter four, regarding her late husband's death?
9. In chapter five, Daisy doesn't seem to talk about any major events for once. What do the sudden change in feel and attitude in chapter five indicate?
10. What do you think the purpose of Magnus Flett's trip to the Orkney Islands was, and did he fulfill that purpose?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
All of Daisy's family members and friends volunteer possible reasons for Daisy's depression at some point. Explain, in detail, what your own opinion is on the reason that Daisy falls into a depression. Also, if you concur with one or more of Daisy's friends and family members, list which people you agree with and use examples from the story to illustrate why you agree with those people.
Essay Topic 2
There is a conflict between Daisy and her daughter, Alice. Alice feels that Daisy is inferior in some way. Using examples from the story, describe whether or not you agree with Alice and the reasons behind your choice. Also, explain why you think that adult children often feel superior to their parents.
Essay Topic 3
In the beginning of the book, Daisy seems to have a view that women are more or less destined to lead ordinary and boring lives and are meant to somehow suffer. Describe, in detail, whether or not you agree with that opinion and what your reasons are. Be sure to use examples from both the book and your own life experiences in your answer. Also, explain how you think Daisy's view of the role of women changed throughout the book.
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