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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times had Julian tried to run away from home as a boy?

2. What is Foxie expecting later tonight?

3. What does Caroline threaten to do if Julian does not fix the situation with Harry?

4. What does Harry's sister tell Julian?

5. What is the mood between Julian and Caroline?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What was the author's purpose for establishing the story at the Christmas holiday? Is there any significance to his choosing this holiday? What is particularly poignant or painful about this choice for his characters? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Julian is a classic alcoholic. Cite some typical behaviors of alcoholics and how Julian exhibits the behaviors. How do Caroline and Julian's parents exhibit the typical behavior of those close to alcoholics?

Essay Topic 3

When Harry Reilly learns of Julian's suicide he says to himself, "He was a real gentleman. I wonder what in God's name would make him do something like that?" Explain the irony of Harry Reilly's response upon hearing of Julian's suicide.

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