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

Short Answer Questions

1. Having a farm means you don't have to choose between what?

2. What rattles while Rosicky is sitting by the window?

3. What does Rosicky take out of his pants pocket to give to Rudolph?

4. Who comes over for turkey dinner?

5. One Saturday morning the boys talk about starting early so they could see what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Rosicky enjoyed a good life while in New York. What do you think finally pushed him to the point that he wanted more from life? Why was his life not as fulfilling as some people might have thought? Do you think Rudolph would have been happy with the life that Rosicky led in New York? Do you think Polly would have enjoyed a life with Rudolph better in the city? Why or why not? Do you think Polly will become accustomed to living in the country? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

In "Neighbor Rosicky", Mary feeds other creatures and it is described as her natural expression of affection. Of course Mary gives food to her animals and children, but what other ways does Mary "feed" her family? What does Mary find most important in life? Is this the same thing that Anton focuses on? If so, why?

Essay Topic 3

During the opening lines of the story, "Neighbor Rosicky", we are introduced to Doctor Ed Burleigh. Describe Rosicky and Doctor Burleigh's relationship. Would you consider their relationship to be strictly a doctor and patient connection? Why or why not? How does Doctor Ed feel about Rosicky? How does Rosicky feel about Doctor Ed? What kind of dynamic does their relationship bring to the story?

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