Personal History | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1

1. Kay states in her book that Agnes did not fall in love with Eugene instantly. What was she attracted to in him?

2. What does Agnes consider to be a part of the contract of marriage in terms of duties?

3. Why does Agnes go to Europe for two months after the birth of her daughter, Elizabeth?

4. Whom do Eugene and Agnes hire during the course of their around-the-world honeymoon?

Short Essay Question - Chapter 2

5. What does Agnes do four months after the birth...
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