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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. When Lily snoops in Mrs. Guftafson's mailbox, from where has she seen letters come from?
2. How long after war is declared does Miss Reeder create the Soldiers' Service?
3. In Chapter 5, how long ago does Odile remember that she had to go to the Library without her aunt?
4. In Chapter 2, what type of cookies does Lily's mother serve Mrs. Gustafson?
5. What is the date in Chapter 5?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happens when Remy visits the library to see Odile at work in Chapter 8?
2. Why has Odile been so set on learning a trade, getting a job, and saving money?
3. What makes Odile realize that the war is on the way?
4. What does everyone wear on the day that Bitsi comes for lunch in Chapter 11?
5. What ultimatum do the British give the French in Chapter 20?
6. What type of relationship has Lily had with her mother before her mother got sick?
7. What does Boris tell Odile about his time in the army during the Russion Revolution?
8. Who is Mrs. Gustafson?
9. What is the Soldiers' Service?
10. What does Odile's mother serve for lunch when Paul comes for Sunday lunch in Chapter 3?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Cliffhangers are a literary device that leaves readers wondering what will happen next. How does Charles use cliffhangers in The Paris Library? How do cliffhangers create suspense?
Essay Topic 2
Lily’s father works a lot and is not always available for her. How would you describe the relationship between Lily and her father? Does he allow his work to interfere with his relationship with her?
Essay Topic 3
Odile gets a job at The American Library. Why is it so important for Odile to have a job and be able to support herself?
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