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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. Where does Frank's transfused blood come from?
2. What is wrong with Paddy's father in Chapter 6?
3. What does Malachy believe is wrong with Frank in Chapter 8?
4. Why does Malachy believe he lost his job?
5. Why does Mr. Downes return to Ireland?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 5, Malachy begins to write letters for people who are unable to write. He always tells these people to keep their money, but Angela always takes it. What does this tell you about their priorities?
2. In Chapter 5, we see again Angela questioning her faith. What is causing her to lose faith?
3. What does Grandma's attitude towards first communion and first confession in Chapter 4 tell you about the role of Catholicism in their lives?
4. Why is Mikey not considered a "proper" Catholic?
5. What is the overall tone of Chapter 1? What events or details indicate that?
6. Describe the effect Margaret's death has on the family in Chapter 1.
7. Compare and contrast the character of Fintain with Frank.
8. In Chapter 2, why do you think the officials at the St. Vincent de Paul Society are hesitant to help the McCourts?
9. In Chapter 6, Paddy Clohessy's father has consumption. What does this tell you about their living situation?
10. Why does the man at the IRA office refuse Malachy and his family bus fare home in Chapter 2?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Examine Frank McCourt's discussion of sexuality in "Angela's Ashes." How does Frank's emerging sexuality conflict with his religious beliefs? How does he find a compromise between the two?
Essay Topic 2
Why did Frank McCourt write "Angela's Ashes"? Consider what Frank's purpose for writing his memoir might be, and support your ideas with examples from the text.
Essay Topic 3
Why is this memoir entitled "Angela's Ashes?" Give specific examples from the text to support your arguments. Why would McCourt name his memoir this way? What is the symbolism behind the title?
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