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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. How can the angels tell which of our prayers are more urgent?

2. What does Betty force herself to participate in some time after returning to her body in order to enjoy life again?

3. Why does Betty say that on earth, we can't judge people accurately?

4. In conclusion, what does Betty say we are here on earth to do?

5. What impresses Betty most about spirits in their pre-mortal existence?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Betty compare her death to a graduation?

2. How does Betty react to what the council of men has to say to her?

3. What does Betty say about other worlds?

4. What mystery is solved in this chapter?

5. What is the purpose of the lessons we learn during our time on earth?

6. Why does Betty meet with a council of twelve men?

7. Summarize what Betty says about what we can take with us from this life to the spirit world.

8. What does Betty say about being God's children?

9. After sinking further into self-pity upon returning to earth, Betty is saved by what?

10. What happens after Betty makes her decision before the council of men?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

By the end of the story, Betty has undergone a major transformation. Analyze at least three separate transformations she goes through. Include her student-to-teacher transition as one of these transformations. Support your analyses with examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the relationship between Betty and her husband, Joe.

1. How does Joe react to Betty's story and experiences?

2. Why does he react this way? Use what you know about their relationship to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Describe what Betty learns in the spiritual realm during her near-death experience about the following:

1. Service to others.

2. Love.

3. Spiritual and universal laws.

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