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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 does Mr. Fairlie believe about himself?

2. Which two women surprise Walter at Laura's grave?

3. What is the name of the woman in white?

4. The tale of the "Woman in White" begins on the last day of what month?

5. Why does Walter choose to keep Sir Percival's secret?

Short Essay Questions

1. Prior to their marriage, Laura admits that she is in love with another man and gives Sir Percival the option of doing what?

2. When Count Fosco visits Mr. Fairlie, why is he dismissed?

3. Why does Walter believe Anne's character judgment against Sir Percival?

4. Why does Walter dislike Mr. Fairlie?

5. Where does Walter choose to live with Marian and Laura and why?

6. Upon learning of the events following Count Fosco's visit, what is Mr. Fairlie's response?

7. What is the significance of the secret Anne claims to know about Sir Percival?

8. How does Walter react to the news of Laura death?

9. What is unique about Marian's intelligence, given the time period of "The Woman in White"?

10. Why is Walter upset at the letter he receives from Mrs. Catherick following Sir Percival's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The characters in "The Woman in White" portray society during the time period of the story. Write a brief essay comparing and contrasting the characters of privilege and the working class in "The Woman in White".

Essay Topic 2

Although Walter and Laura are in love, circumstance fights to keep them apart.

1) When do Walter and Laura discover their love?

2) Why are they unable to be together?

3) How does the relationship unfold when they can be together?

Essay Topic 3

It is said that the character Laura resembles Anne. Write an essay comparing and contrasting these two characters.

1) How are these characters similar?

2) How are they different?

3) Why is the comparison made?

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