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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The man sends the girl to which type of establishment?
(a) Adult book store.
(b) Hardware store.
(c) Tavern.
(d) Shopping mall.

2. in "Girl," the author writes a very long list of dos and don'ts for a young lady. Which of the following is not included in the section on sweeping?
(a) Corner.
(b) Yard.
(c) Whole house.
(d) Kitchen.

3. In "The Parents," where do the parents take their babies?
(a) Swimming pool.
(b) Christmas party.
(c) Parade.
(d) Fun center.

4. What is unusual about the woman in the neighborhood?
(a) Very old.
(b) Very young.
(c) Very tall.
(d) Very small.

5. The mother warns that okra harbors which type of insect?
(a) Ants.
(b) Beetles.
(c) Fireflies.
(d) Bees.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first name of "The Philosophical Cobbler?

2. The man at the hospital was getting stitches in which part of his body?

3. Which plant should get plenty of water so it does not make your throat itch?

4. In "A Chronicler's Sin," a town is plagued by ______.

5. Which of the following is not one of the sisters mentioned in "Corners?"

Short Essay Questions

1. "Here" describes a neighborhood in which everyone is friendly but does not socialize. Describe the neighborhood.

2. Discuss the odd behavior in the town described in "A Chronicler's Sin."

3. What is the most interesting thing about the people at "108 John Street?"

4. In "Here's Another Ending," discuss the actions of the owners of the dog and how they try to trick a neighbor.

5. Discuss Jane's attitude in "Jane." What does Jane do instead of follow her parents' orders?

6. In "The Cage," a man is trapped with no way to get free under his own power. Explain what happens that what it might mean.

7. Girl: Discuss some of the items that the girl must learn to do in the home.

8. Discuss the findings of the parents in "The Sewers of Salt Lake."

9. Discuss the scene in the restaurant in "Deportation at Breakfast."

10. Discuss the interruptions faced by the man in "The Continuity of Parks."

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