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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 says that maternity wards are just a way to trick people out of money?

2. How does Herman depart for war?

3. What advice does Lottie give Betty regarding Herman's going to war?

4. Herman's eagerness to go to war demonstrates __________________.

5. Trudy gives birth to __________________.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What did the "Gregg course" teach?

3. How has Lottie and Betty's relationship matured since Charles' death?

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

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

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

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

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

9. Who are the Dionne quintuplets?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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