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

Short Answer Questions

1. What hobby of Elijah's surprises the narrator?

2. Where is Joanna buried?

3. What does Mrs. Todd suggest they take for the trip?

4. Why does Mrs. Todd compare Sant Bowden to the sprig?

5. What happens at the last minute before Joanna's wedding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the various roles women in the novel take on.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the importance of company and companionship as demonstrated throughout the novel. Illustrate your point with concrete examples.

Essay Topic 3

Explain how the author uses the Bowden family reunion to illustrate the importance of family to the people of New England.

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