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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. While Annie waits for her father at the train station, what images does Annie keep seeing even though she closes her eyes?

2. During Annie's second visit to St. John's, who do Annie and her grandfather meet?

3. The newspaper is on the steps when Annie returns home from the Sunday School outing. What is the front page headline?

4. The evening after the Sunday School outing, why does Grandfather ask Annie if she is scared?

5. Who are Frances and Charlie?

Short Essay Questions

1. What two events drew Annie and her Uncle Paul closer together? Why?

2. In Chapter 3, why is Annie almost glad that her father is up and gone when she gets up in the morning?

3. Why does Annie become angry with Miss Peterson and Emily?

4. Why does Annie have to help her Grandfather get off the trolley when she visits St. John's for a second time?

5. What did Dr. Metcalf tell Annie before he left home nearly two years ago?

6. Describe Annie's thoughts when the boy delivered the telegram telling them that Uncle Paul had died.

7. Why doesn't Annie's mother want her to visit St. John's?

8. Describe the two groups of soldiers that get off the train when Dr. Metcalf arrives.

9. Describe Ruth Sylvester.

10. In Chapter 10, why is Annie angry with her mother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Miss Peterson, Emily, a trolley conductor, and even Mrs. Metcalf wish to forget the war and forget the men wounded in the war. Why do you think they don't honor the men for the sacrifices they made? Explain the reasons why the different characters might feel that way. Especially focus on the reasons why Mrs. Metcalf doesn't want to discuss the war. Did Mrs. Metcalf always hate the war? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Although Ruth is not a major character, she plays an important role in the novel. How would the story have been different if she was not a part of the story? List scenes from the book where she influenced other characters and has an impact on decisions they make.

Essay Topic 3

From the first time Annie sees Andrew at the train station to her encounters with him at the hospital, she struggles with her natural reaction to turn away and her desire to be kind. Write about Annie's encounters with Andrew and explain why you think she is finally able to become friends with Andrew.

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