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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. When does the preacher say the soul of the sinner is judged, and the time for repentance is passed?
2. What does Stephen resolve to do?
3. What worries Stephen about his devotions?
4. What does Stephen discover when he returns home from the director's office?
5. What about his life in the past does Stephen now wonder about?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write an essay entitled, "Why James Joyce is Still Cool." This essay will center around the idea that Joyce's works are as relevant today as they were when they were written. It will also include his fresh approach to writing that makes the reader not want to put the book down. Some mention should also be included about the characters in his novels and what makes them cool as well.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay stating your views of parochial education versus public school education. List in your essay the positives and negatives of each. End with your recommendations about education for young children.
Essay Topic 3
Write an essay on the inner conflict most people have in trying to live out their religion. The basic idea of most religion is to control natural impulses. Give your opinion on how that creates problems with daily living.
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