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

Short Answer Questions

1. David runs from Bertha's to where?

2. As David returns home from Bertha's, who is he told is looking for him?

3. Where does the rabbi send David from cheder in Book IV?

4. Why does David consider running away when the milk is stolen?

5. What happens while Esther and Polly are fighting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Religion and spirituality play a big role in Call It Sleep. How do David's family's religious beliefs affect him? Do you think David believes as his parents do, or does he seem to be finding his own way? What role does Christianity play in the book? How do the Christian characters affect David's life?

Essay Topic 2

Why does David have a visionary experience at the river? What does his vision mean? Is it truly a vision or just a memory?

Essay Topic 3

Although they grew up in different times and places, Albert and David have distinct similarities in their childhoods. Compare and contrast their childhood situations. How have Albert's childhood experiences influenced David's childhood experiences?

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