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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. Miller writes that the local folk in Big Sur have embraced the healing ambiance and discovered how to live in peace, _____, and community.
2. What denomination of preacher is Miller's favorite bootblack in Monterey?
3. Miller recalls being disciplined (thrashed) by his father how many times?
4. What is the title of Part 2, "Peace and Solitude: a Potpourri," Chapter 11?
5. What lessens the idealism of Big Sur as a place for Miller to write?
Short Essay Questions
1. What family lives in the center of Big Sur's community? Where in the text does Miller describe this family and others?
2. Miller discusses his thoughts and philosophies on painting in Part 2, Peace and Solitude: a Potpourri, Chapter 4. When did Miller begin painting and how much has he painted at this point in the book?
3. Miller writes commentary in Part 1, The Oranges of the Millennium, examining the American Dream. What are his major points?
4. What is Harvey's affliction and what does Miller advise to him in Part 2, Peace and Solitude: a Potpourri, Chapter 1?
5. How does Miller describe the plants and animals in Hieronymus Bosch's The Millennium? How does this relate to Big Sur?
6. What artists and writers does Miller describe living within the Big Sur community in Part 2, Peace and Solitude: a Potpourri, Chapter 2? How do they support themselves?
7. What is the main question posed in Part 2, Peace and Solitude: a Potpourri, Chapter 10? Where does Miller gain insight in this subject?
8. How had Ephraim Doner ended up in Europe?
9. What is "The Charma Serial" about?
10. How does Miller describe Ephraim Doner in "Testimonial in Ut-Mineur"?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe the figure of Conrad Moricand. What does Moricand represent structurally and thematically in the novel? How does he relate to the protagonist?
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the themes of marriage and divorce in the novel. How does Miller reflect these themes in his life? How many times was Miller married, and to whom?
Essay Topic 3
Describe the paintings of Hieronymus Bosch. What is significant about these to Miller and why does he choose to cite the artist in his title?
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