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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. Who commissioned Wright to build Midway Gardens?

2. What paper does the reporter work for who talks to Frank, Ed, and John on the train?

3. When will Edwin meet with Mamah to discuss the terms of the divorce?

4. What does Mamah buy when she reaches Chicago in Chapter 45?

5. What is the name of the house that Frank builds in Wisconsin?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mamah know the performer at the cafe in Chapter 31?

2. What happened to John in Boulder after Mamah left?

3. What is John painting at the beginning of Chapter 52?

4. Why doesn't the Japanese cook that Frank hired come to Taliesin?

5. How do Frank, Edwin, and John get seats on the train without waiting in line?

6. What meals are served to the men working on Frank and Mamah's house daily?

7. What do the men tell Mamah about Julian?

8. What does Mamah learn when she tracks down Huebsch?

9. How does the sheriff react when Frank calls him about the reporters and other issues?

10. Is Mamah afraid of living in Wisconsin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Frank purchases a houseful of furniture and decorating items. How does buying things make Frank feel, and why is it so important for him to purchase beautiful things?

Essay Topic 2

Catherine refuses to give Frank a divorce when she learns about the affair. Why does Catherine refuse, and what does she ask for in return?

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 32, Mamah decides to return to America. Why does Mamah decide to go back?

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