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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 says that Robert "tells things so beautifully?"

2. What does Andrew say when he learns that Ruth loves Robert?

3. What does Robert point to in the sky at the end of the Act 1, Scene1?

4. What job does Mrs. Mayo at one time hold?

5. What is the name of Robert and Ruth's child?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ruth tell her mother about Robert's plan for their future when he gets well and can leave the farm?

2. What does Andrew tell Robert about his travels when he joins him on the hilltop?

3. How does Andrew react when Robert says it's too late for a cure and has a coughing fit?

4. What story does Uncle Dick tell the family as they sit around the table?

5. Describe the setting of Act 1, Scene 1.

6. When Andrew hears the news that Robert will die soon, how does he show his optimistic outlook about Robert's chances to get well?

7. What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 2?

8. Describe Robert's death scene.

9. Why does Robert want to leave the farm?

10. How does Andrew describe his feelings for Ruth as he and Robert sit on the hilltop discussing Andrew's travels?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Mrs. Atkins' role in the play? Provide three examples of how Mrs. Atkins influences the lives of others.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the themes of bad luck/good luck. How do we see these themes used in the play? Who is most closely connected with bad luck and what does he hope for to turn his luck around?

Essay Topic 3

Do you think it is fair that Ruth asks Robert to cancel his plans for the sea voyage and stay at home with her? In what ways does she manipulate him to make this decision? Explain using specific supporting examples.

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