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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. What does Mehuru admit to Frances?

2. What is the weather like at the beginning of chapter 26?

3. Why is Frances so upset at the end of Chapter 19?

4. What does Josiah do that causes a law suit?

5. What was Mehuru astounded to learn?

Short Essay Questions

1. What effect does the bad publicity have on Josiah's Hot Well?

2. Why does Frances write to her uncle about her love problems even though she disguises herself as an acquaintance?

3. Why does Mehuru tell Frances the only way he can be her friend is if he is free?

4. How does Lord Scott respond to Frances's letter about her relationship issues?

5. How will Sarah react now that she is no longer allowed to do the bookkeeping?

6. Why is Frances upset with her deceased parents?

7. Describe Stephen Waring.

8. What is worrisome about the Hot Well?

9. What does Mehuru mean when he says, "Cicero was born here."

10. Why is Frances upset at the sight of the slaves rejoicing on Easter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sarah is a protective and resentful woman. Analyze the character of Sarah and cite examples in which she exemplifies both resentment and protectiveness.

Essay Topic 2

Sarah and Frances share a lot throughout the novel. Although they have some similarities, they are extremely different. Discuss these similarities and differences.

Essay Topic 3

Consider the role of men and women in the novel. Examine how Frances and Sarah were powerless.

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