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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Where do Lute and Irma Fliegler attend a Christmas night dinner dance?
2. What does Caroline threaten to do if Julian does not fix the situation with Harry?
3. What do Al and Foxie want to remind Helene?
4. What does Julian do after the reporter leaves?
5. What happens when Julian arrives at Harry's home?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare and contrast Lute and Irma Fliegler to Julian and Caroline English. What about their situations is similar? What differences are there? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
What is the social pecking order in Gibbsville? What criteria are used to determine social standing? Explain why someone like Harry Reilly who has more money than most of the other men is still not allowed into the inner circle of society.
Essay Topic 3
Alcoholism is a big theme in this story. What part does it play in the financial health of the city? Cite some examples of its destructive nature especially as it applies to Julian English.
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