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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which adjective best describes the atmosphere of McSorley's?
(a) Bright.
(b) Gloomy.
(c) Disturbing.
(d) Upbeat.

2. Who is "Santa Clause Smith"?
(a) Smith Johnson.
(b) John Smith.
(c) Richard Smith.
(d) Arthur Smith.

3. What is the title of the book Joe is writing?
(a) An Examination of History.
(b) An Oral History of Our Time.
(c) An Expansive History of Earth.
(d) A Brief History of the World.

4. Why did Jane decide not to shave her face?
(a) She accepted herself.
(b) She thought her beard made her more attractive.
(c) She found it to be unfeminist.
(d) She was not ashamed of her beard.

5. At McSorley's, what did the men gather around?
(a) A pool table.
(b) A television.
(c) A fire.
(d) A mirror.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the story about Commodore Dutch?

2. Mitchell claims to have often helped his father do which activity?

3. What is the name of the person Mitchell talks about in "A Mess of Clams"?

4. How did the "cave dwellers" feel after they read their story?

5. When did Bill sell "The Old House at Home"?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Philippa's parents and situation at home.

2. What does Jim's companion teach him in "The Kind Old Blonde"?

3. How does Ellery's attitude differ from that of other captains?

4. What is the message behind the story about Peggy?

5. How does Mitchell describe McSorley's?

6. Who is Hugh Flood?

7. Who is Andrew Zimmer?

8. Where does the title "Professor Sea Gull" come from?

9. What changes occurred for the Mohawk Indians?

10. What is the significance of the rats in the street at night?

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