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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. On what birthday does Julia begin to have dreams that she is Beatrice?

2. After leaving the village and meeting Dench, what does Ralph admit to Julia?

3. What type of animal is Scheherazade?

4. Where does Julia typically have her daydreams?

5. After Julia is given permission to take riding lessons, what happens to the horse?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Julia's relationship with James change over the course of their meetings?

2. What is the reaction to Uncle John catching Julia gardening?

3. What gift does Ralph bring for Julia, and what is the response to his gift?

4. How does James encourage Julia to embrace her heritage?

5. How do the villagers respond after hearing Julia's dream?

6. What recurring dream does Julia have as an adult?

7. How does Aunt Beatrice die?

8. How does Uncle John initially respond to being back at Wideacre estates?

9. What happens when Julia, RIchard, and Ralph go into the village in search of Julia's lost glove?

10. What does Julia see while swimming with Clary in the river?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ralph plays a vital role in the plot of this novel. Create a timeline of significant events in Ralph's stay at Wideacre, and explain the impact that Ralph has on the lives of both Julia and Richard.

Essay Topic 2

In the novel, many children are taken from the Acre to work as slaves. Describe the life that these children lead, and explain the impact that Julia had on their lives.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Julia is burdened with various recurring dreams. Choose one of the recurring dreams that Julia has, explain the symbolic significance. Finally, explain how the dream eventually morphs into a reality for Julia and what its consequences were.

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