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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. Lottie and Polly caution Betty about ____________________.

2. What does Lottie have delivered to Trudy's house?

3. Who is the young man with whom Betty is falling in love when she returns home?

4. According to his letters, Herman is constantly facing _________________.

5. What does Trudy do with the dresser that Lottie gives her?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Betty feel such a strong desire to leave Milk Farm Road?

2. What lessons does Trudy teach Betty regarding parenting?

3. What is the W.P.A. and what is its purpose?

4. Describe the frantic day when Betty gives birth to her daughter.

5. What does Herman's enthusiasm for going to war show about him?

6. What piece of furniture does Lottie give to Trudy and for what does Trudy use it?

7. Describe the flurry of pre-wedding activities and plan for Betty and Herman.

8. How does Lottie know that Betty is in danger with her relationship with Stanton?

9. Why are Herman's letters a source of anxiety for Betty?

10. What happens when Betty is unable to complete her letter to Herman?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the novel and note why they are examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Bridget. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Bridget?

Essay Topic 3

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book. List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

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