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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 returns to Mitford to live with Sadie?

2. Where do Tim and his friend sit to discuss whether he is angry with her?

3. What does Cynthia ask Tim to pray for after he invites her to lunch?

4. Which bell is the only one that remains at the church?

5. Who is allowed to attend Easter Mass?

Short Essay Questions

1. Hobbes is homeless, yet decides to give his reward money to the poor, who live in the woods. How do you explain his attitude?

2. Why do you think Tim is ignoring the doctor's directions to eat well and exercise?

3. How does Tim end up in the hospital?

4. When visiting Russell Jacks, Tim remarks that "the man has seemingly turned into an older version of Dooley." What does Tim mean by this comment?

5. Who is Sadie's long-lost relative? How do readers find out about this?

6. How do Tim and Cynthia part at the end of the book?

7. Explain the symbolic meaning of the death bell at the church.

8. Explain the dynamics of Olivia and Hoppy's relationship in Chapters 13-16.

9. What does the bishop tell Tim he should do near the end of the book? Why do you think he tells Tim this?

10. Describe the calling of Absalom Greer.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What do you think is the main theme of Karon's novel? Identify at least three events in "At Home in Mitford" that communicate this theme.

Essay Topic 2

The concept of companionship is present throughout Karon's novel. What can readers learn about Karon's characters when they are in relationships with others? Be sure to give specific examples.

Essay Topic 3

Karon uses a narrative point of view throughout her entire book. Why do you think she chose to write this way? What are the pros and cons of using this point of view in this particular story?

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