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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 does Anne walk home with after the party?

2. Why are the people of Kingsport proud of their town?

3. What are Marilla and Mrs. Lynde afraid of?

4. What does Gilbert ask of Anne in Chapter 20 when they converse?

5. In Chapter 8, with whom is Anne with?

Short Essay Questions

1. What small incident occurs with Davy in Chapter 7 and what does this indicate about Anne?

2. Why does Philippa need reassurance about her appearance in Chapter 19?

3. What does the twisting of Diana's ring symbolize?

4. Why is Anne bored when she goes home for Christmas break in Chapter 18?

5. What is the story behind Rusty the cat in Chapter 16?

6. What do we learn about Anne with her refusal to go with Philippa to her home?

7. What are the girls learning by living in their new home at Patty's Place in Chapter 16?

8. What good news does Anne receive in Chapter 21?

9. What makes Anne upset in Chapter 2 and what does she want to prove because of it?

10. What is the incident in regards to Anne's writing that occurs in Chapter 15?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anne Shirley is the main character of the novel. Analyze her as a character by choosing three specific characteristics about her to break down. For example, you can choose to talk about how Anne is enthusiastic about life by using the example of her excitement about Patty's Place. Each characteristic must be backed up by support.

Essay Topic 2

A major theme in the novel is about growing up and maturing. Discuss what this means and how it is portrayed in the novel. Include specific characters and how he or she has or has not matured throughout the course of the novel and in what ways. Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your claims.

Essay Topic 3

Patty's Place is a very significant location in the novel. Discuss what Patty's Place is and how it almost becomes a character in the story. Why is it so important to the characters and the plot? How is Patty's Place introduced in the novel and what happens to it by the end? Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your claims.

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