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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. Where does Defarge take Charles Darnay when he arrives at the gates of Paris?

2. What becomes a symbol of the regeneration of the human race, superseding the Cross?

3. What is the verdict rendered to Charles Darnay?

4. Where does Sydney Carton stop on the morning after Charles' trial?

5. What is the family name that is detested by Saint Antoine?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain why Mr. Lorry is shocked at the sight of Jerry Cruncher.

2. Summarize the thoughts of the people on the night after Carton's execution.

3. How does Carton help the seamstress who is being executed before him?

4. What is the verdict for Charles in this second trial?

5. Describe Mr. Lorry's first business consideration with regard to Tellson's Bank.

6. Describe the Carmagnole.

7. What is Doctor Manette's reaction to Charles' acquittal?

8. Describe the reaction of Miss Pross when she sees her brother in the marketplace.

9. Describe the one thing that Monsieur Defarge does not agree with about his wife's thinking.

10. There is a knock on Doctor Manette's door. Who is knocking and what is their purpose?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

1) Analyze the image of La Guillotine. What does La Guillotine symbolize?

2) What images does Dickens use to describe La Guillotine as it is being used?

3) How do these images have different meaning for different people?

Essay Topic 2

1) What are some of the differences between the French aristocrats' way of life with that of the common citizens?

2) What indications are there that the Monseigneur and the Marquis Evremonde consider theirs a superior culture and treat the common people as inferior creatures?

Essay Topic 3

1) Lucie is one of the main constants throughout the novel. She is mentioned in all three parts of the story and everyone's life seems to revolve around her. Explain how Lucie and the characters intertwine as the book progresses.

2) What relationship does Lucie have with Doctor Manette, Miss Pross, Charles Darnay, Mr. Lorry, Mr. Stryver, the Defarges, and Sydney Carton.

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