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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who talks to the stranger in private?

2. What does Mr. Stephenson say the town is not worthy to kiss?

3. Who do the Richardses call during the night?

4. What does Mr. Richards state all things are?

5. Why does Mr. Richards say he wants people to stay in the room?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What are the main turning points of the story? How do turning points work to keep a reader interested in the story? When does Twain use his turning points and why does he use them at those particular moments in the story?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the book's reception in three different countries including the country the book was written. How do their opinions about the books differ? Was the book more influential in one country than another? If so, why?

Essay Topic 3

Identify the main themes of the story. In what way are these themes relevant to the time period? How does the author use character and setting to express these themes?

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