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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 does the man who seems solid to Chris tell him?

2. What must Chris do even though there are no physical needs in Summerland?

3. Why does Ann want Richard to stop trying to console her?

4. Who judges the individual?

5. What complicates Chris' passing?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who greets Chris and what do you think of the situation?

2. Describe Chris' first moments after he awakens in Summerland.

3. What happens when Chris gets to his home? Why do you think he doesn't realize he is dead?

4. Give a one-sentence synopsis of WHAT DREAMS MAY COME.

5. Why do you think Chris keeps staying around the Earth plane when it is so frustrating and sad to see Ann's grief?

6. What sort of judgment day is there for Chris and who is the "judge"?

7. What do you think about what Albert tells Chris about thoughts?

8. Where does Leona take Chris and why can't he seem to enjoy it?

9. What does Leona tell Chris of Albert's work and how does Chris react?

10. What does Chris want to do at Summerland?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Chris finally lets go, he finds a feeling of peace. Discuss the following:

1. Why do you think letting go resulted in peace for Chris?

2. Do you think letting go and finding peace is a metaphor for some aspects of life?

3. How does Ann finally "let go"?

Essay Topic 2

Symbols and metaphors are usually present in most fiction, particularly one that has both a message and is set in imaginary worlds. Discuss one of the following:

1. Why do you think a novel set in imaginary worlds would rely upon symbolism and metaphors? Give examples to support your rationale.

2. Trace and analyze three of the most significant symbols in the novel.

3. Trace and analyze two of the most significant metaphors in the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Despite Chris' intense love for his wife, Ann, he is unable to make a connection with her while she is still in the physical plane and barely manages to get her to acknowledge his existence in the spirit world. Discuss the following:

1. There's a cliché that suggests that "love conquers all." What does love fail to conquer in the story and what does love conquer in the story?

2. Ann's refusal to feel Chris's connection seems to be motivated by her head, rather than heart. Do you think this is true? Why? Give examples.

3. In what other ways do you see the existence of love in the story?

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