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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. In what season does Daniel become angry and short with May?

2. What does Framton's niece say happened to Mr. Sappleton and the brothers?

3. Where does Cooper believe snobs are the largest problem?

4. What does Larry's father do when Larry has a tantrum?

5. Who is Sandy?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Christian Darling essentially lose his wife?

2. What practical joke does Mrs. Sappleton's niece play on Framton Nuttle?

3. How does Elizabeth realize she used her power in the wrong way in "A Spinster's Tale"?

4. Describe Tory.

5. How is imagery used effectively as a literary device in "Innocence"?

6. What does Edward dislike about Tory?

7. Describe Mrs. Stoner.

8. How is Cooper viewed in Warburton's eyes?

9. How does William's character contrast from that of his wife's in "Marriage A La Mode"?

10. How does Braggioni betray his wife and comrades?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In "A Bottle of Milk for Mother," identity is a prominent theme. How is the theme of identity reflected in the story? How does Lefty's identity influence his actions? Remember to answer each question with support from the story.

Essay Topic 2

Social class and responsibility are themes reflected in "The Boarding House." How are the themes of social class and responsibility reflected in the story? How is social responsibility used to manipulate another person, and why? Remember to answer each question with support from the story.

Essay Topic 3

In "The Egg," success and failure are prominent themes. What failures and successes are shown in the story? What does the egg represent? How does the egg reflect the story's themes of success and failure? Remember to answer each question with support from the story.

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