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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. Who finds a note that was written to Libertie?

2. Who slips a note under Libertie's door?

3. How did Mama learn about anatomy?

4. What gift does Libertie give to Bishop Chase?

5. Who tells Libertie she cannot return to college?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who dies on Libertie's wedding day?

2. What does Emmanuel believe about marriage?

3. What is a Tom Thumb wedding?

4. Where is Libertie planning on traveling to after her wedding?

5. Why does Libertie travel to Haiti?

6. Who is Bishop Chase?

7. Who is Ti Me?

8. What does Libertie realize about the Graces when they stay with Madame Elizabeth?

9. Who writes a secret letter to Libertie and slips it under her door?

10. What gift does Libertie bring back for Bishop Chase?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring the various settings of the book. Choose one particular setting and describe its significance to the characters and the story as a whole. Why is this setting important to the novel? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay in which you explore the relationship between Libertie and Mama. What is this relationship like, and how does it change throughout the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay exploring the theme of motherhood. What are the various depictions of motherhood throughout the novel? Use examples from the text as support.

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