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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. Betty mentions the _____________________ who are the first known quintuplets to survive infancy.

2. Stanton is admitted to the hospital for _____________________.

3. Where do Betty and Herman plan to live when he returns from war?

4. Why does Lottie send Betty to Trudy's house with a hammer and nails?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the trip to Ireland for Lottie and why does she bring Bridget back to Kentucky?

2. Why is Lottie apprehensive about Betty's getting married?

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

4. Who is Stanton and what is Betty's relationship with him?

5. How does Betty learn that Herman has joined the Navy and what is her reaction?

6. What does Betty recall about her earliest memories?

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

8. Why does Lottie advise Betty to marry Herman before he goes to war?

9. What is Lottie's philosophy on helping people in the community?

10. What is "Twilight Sleep" and for what is it used?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Love is an important theme in A CURE FOR DREAMS. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Project into the future ten years after the end of the novel and write a brief synopsis for Marjorie's life. Will the memories of her mother and grandmother still be such a powerful presence in her life? What is the nature of her relationships based on what she learned from her mother and grandmother?

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