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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Queenie not allowed?

2. Who comes to town twice a year?

3. Where is Mr. Haha Jones' establishment found?

4. What wails at night at Mr. Haha Jones' establishment?

5. Where are the Winstons from?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

During A Christmas Memory the woman's name is never mentioned. Why do you think Truman never mentioned the name of his cousin? Do you think it took away or added to the story? Why? Name one person you know that could replace the woman in the story and why you think they are comparable. Name the similarities and differences between your friend and the woman.

Essay Topic 2

How is the theme of happiness shown in this book? Describe which characters are most affected by this theme.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the mood in each section of A Christmas Memory starting with Section 1 and ending with Section 3. What type of events create the mood in each corresponding section? Are the moods the same in each section? Why or why not? By the end of the book, has the mood changed for the better or worse?

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