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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 part of the church is Steve about to enter?

2. What couple helps Jim and Judy with their ministry?

3. What emotions do the kids not show about their parents' decision?

4. What does Beth call the Mormons?

5. Which of her garments does Judy get rid of because of the way they look with the garment?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Judy's work on her family's genealogy cause her to discover the inconsistencies between the Bible and the Mormon beliefs?

2. According to the Mormon's version of creation, from where does Adam come?

3. What happens when Judy visits the psychiatrist?

4. In the Mormon story of Adam and Eve, who instructs them to clothe themselves? What do the aprons represent?

5. Why does the Mormon church teach against drinking coffee?

6. What happens to Janet at school when people begin to learn her family is leaving the church?

7. What are some of the problems with the church that Jim and Judy try to talk to the bishop about?

8. What will Jim and Judy's children not be able to do if they leave the Mormon church?

9. What steps do the Robertsons take before choosing a new church?

10. What has Jim's role in the church become?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Once Judy becomes active in the church, describe the way her attempts to follow the laws of the church make her feel. How does it affect her spiritually, mentally, and emotionally?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Brigham Young and his role in the development of the Mormon religion.

Essay Topic 3

Research the requirements for a group to be considered a cult. Based on these guidelines do you believe that it was proper for Judy to refer Mormonism as a cult? Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.

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