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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 noise preceded David's fall through the roof?

2. What primarily occupies David's time?

3. What fumes were making Kate crazy?

4. What color were the wing chairs that were in David's house?

5. What did Elsie give to David?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain how David's character is revealed?

2. What was David's house like?

3. What is the difference that Kate has noticed in David's body from up close?

4. How did David justify that Kate wasn't exactly a domestic type?

5. What is the price for David's assistance?

6. How was David's touch satisfying?

7. Why did Elsie have to lie about her age?

8. What about the hole made Kate fearful?

9. Explain why Elsie could think David is a spy.

10. Why didn't Elsie like the senior citizens home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Try to provide a reason why some people are work-a-holics. In what ways can working too hard contribute to a shorter life span? What kinds of health defects can occur from not taking proper care of oneself? Explain some ways people reduce stress after working very hard.

Essay Topic 2

Dave was so afraid to show Kate his third floor that he locked it up tight every time she was over. How do you think the story would have progressed if he would have shown her the room earlier? What do you think Kate's move would have been in that instance?

Essay Topic 3

What kind of person is Kate? What kind of life does she lead? Explain how Kate and Dave's personalities actually compliment each other. What kind of life awaits them later on?

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