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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 is Mrs. Gipping drinking while she talks to Florence Green?

2. Who does Florence miss at the Old House?

3. At the beginning of Chapter 8, what form of communication do Florence and Mr. Thornton use?

4. In Chapter 8 who does Florence meet at an old estate for the first time?

5. What is the brand name of the paraffin heater?

Short Essay Questions

1. List three suggestions that Mr. Thornton gives Florence.

2. How does Florence react to Mr. Thornton's suggestions?

3. What bit of information about the shop does Milo divulge to Christine? How might Christine truly feel about this news?

4. What is Florence's main priority after the chaos with Mrs. Gamart?

5. What is Mrs. Gipping's main concern over Christine's eleven-plus exam results?

6. What happens immediately after Mr. Brundish leaves The Stead?

7. Describe Kattie.

8. How does Florence treat Mrs. Gamart during her visit?

9. How did Milo betray Florence when she went to pick up new orders in Flintmarket?

10. Why are Florence and Mr. Thornton communicating by letters in Chapter 8?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As Florence prepares to open the bookshop is it doomed to fail? Why or why not? What does Florence overlook throughout her entire business experience?

Essay Topic 2

Explain how giving Christine a cardigan as a parting gift is indicative of Florence meeting her own needs. What need is Christine fulfilling for herself by asking for money?

Essay Topic 3

A main theme in The Book Shop is change. Which character changes most throughout the story? Which character changes least? Give specific details.

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