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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Lute surprised to see come into the Stage Coach Inn?

2. What happened to Caroline's first love?

3. What does Foxie tell Al about Helene?

4. How does a girl improve her social status in Gibbsville?

5. What is Foxie expecting later tonight?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Ed Charney. What is his role in the story? What is his relationship with Al Grecco? With Julian English?

Essay Topic 2

What is the irony of Julian's wish to use his middle initials--McH? What do the initials indicate about his background? Why is Julian so proud of his initials? What would Julian's feelings be about his initials if he were to discover their actual heritage?

Essay Topic 3

Alcoholism is a big theme in this story. What part does it play in the financial health of the city? Cite some examples of its destructive nature especially as it applies to Julian English.

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