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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 happens when McDermott shoots the gun at Grace?

2. From what does Grace have a scar on her breast?

3. What does Grace sell to Jeremiah that she inherited from Mary?

4. What do Grace and Jamie do on her birthday?

5. Why is Grace depressed on her birthday in Chapter 8?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Dr. Jordan upset when he leaves the governor’s house at the beginning of Chapter 7?

2. What does Grace remember after she wakes with Dr. Dupont and how does Dr. Jordan feel about his involvement with Grace?

3. Where does McDermott kill Nancy and what does Grace say he says to Grace?

4. What does Jamie Walsh say at Grace’s trial that hurts her chances of acquittal?

5. Why is Dr. Jordan having a difficult time at his rented room?

6. What does Grace tell Dr. Jordan about her birthday and what does Jeremiah ask her a few days after her birthday?

7. What does Dr. Jordan decide to do about Mrs. Humphreys and what does he decide to do after that?

8. Where does Nancy ask Grace to go with her and what does she lend her for the occasion?

9. What ultimately happens to Grace?

10. How does Jeremiah get Grace away from the implement dealer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many readers of fiction place themselves in the position of one character, wondering if they would do the same thing as that character. Discuss the following:

Do you think one of the values of literature is to serve as a reflection of oneself? Why or why not? Socrates said "Know thyself." How can reading a book such as Alias Grace help a reader to know him/herself? Do you find yourself reflecting on your own character and abilities when reading Alias Grace? Why or why not. Use examples from Alias Grace and your own life to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the following:

Define plot and include the definitions of the most important elements of a plot. Do all novels have a plot? Why or why not? Write a brief synopsis of the plot of Alias Grace, identifying where the various elements of the plot occur (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution or denouement). Do you find it difficult to identify the plot? Why or why not? What about the various elements of the plot? Give a brief synopsis of any important sub-plots.

Essay Topic 3

Characters are an important part of what makes Alias Grace interesting. Discuss the following:

Thoroughly discuss and analyze Grace Marks. What are her strengths and weaknesses? How does she contribute to the plot? Is she a sympathetic character? Is she usually likable? Seldom likable? Use specific examples to illustrate your ideas. Use the same criteria to thoroughly discuss and analyze Dr. Jordan.

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