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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 Moran spread across the fields?
2. What does Sheila question Moran about in Section 6 that makes Moran very defensive?
3. In the midst of his conflict with Michael, what can be considered Moran's anchor?
4. What event do the three girls and Michael attend?
5. Where does Michael flee to find refuge?
Short Essay Questions
1. When do Luke and Moran finally reconnect?
2. Why do the children appreciate Rose as a new addition to the family?
3. What bad habits does Michael engage in once all his sisters leave the house?
4. What do Moran and Rose think when Michael isn't present for the Rosary?
5. What shocks the girls at the St. Stephens Day dance?
6. How does Moran respond to Michael's new way of life?
7. How is Michael jeopardizing his future?
8. Why is Moran threatened by Rose?
9. By Section 5, what is Moran losing that he treasures most?
10. How does the family respond to Maggie's fiance, Mark O'Donaghue?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The idea that Moran is a tragic hero can be debated.
1. Define a tragic hero.
2. Argue that Moran is or isn't a tragic hero, based on his character, personality, actions, and dialogue.
Essay Topic 2
The setting of Amongst Women plays a big role in the story itself. Describe the setting, both historically and geographically, and explain why it is so important to the novel and the development of the characters. Use examples from the novel to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Hubris plays a major role in the a few of the characters in the novel. Explore the role of hubris in novel and explain whether or not you think it had a positive or negative affect (or both) on the characters. Be sure to not only define hubris but explain how it affected the characters.
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