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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the strange idea Lily has about Mr. Carmichael?

2. How does Mr. Ramsay look at Lily?

3. While the summerhouse is deserted, what is the weather like?

4. How does Lily feel while she is painting?

5. Why does Mrs. McNab pick a bunch of flowers from the Ramsay's garden?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

1) What is the message Woolf is trying to convey about life in the novel?

2) Does she depict a realistic and relevant view of human nature through the Ramsay family and friends?

3) Are the human qualities of each character true to life? Explain.

4) How do the characters convey the everyday struggles of life?

Essay Topic 2

1) Discuss the inner thoughts of the characters attending the dinner prepared by Mrs. Ramsay.

2) Explain how Woolf uses stream of consciousness to give the reader a better understanding of the characters.

3) How do the characters' conversations differ from the inner thoughts revealed through stream of consciousness?

4) Give examples of the thoughts of each guest.

Essay Topic 3

1) Evaluate the relationship between Lily Briscoe and Mr. Bankes.

2) Are they a good match?

3) How do they interact with one another?

4) What are the qualities of the friendship? Cite examples from the story proving their acceptance of one another for who they are.

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