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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the narrator imagine Elijah bringing home the furnishings?

2. What does Elijah tell the narrator about his love interests?

3. What does the narrator notice about Elijah's house?

4. What do the narrator, Mrs. Todd and Mrs. Blackett conclude is the only drawback to the day?

5. In talking to the narrator, what aspect of the event makes Mrs. Todd particularly emotional?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What do you think the narrator learns about human nature from her friendships with the people of Dunnet? Focus on one character in your answer and support your view.

Essay Topic 2

What role does storytelling play in the novel? Please give specific examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

How do the herbs mentioned in the book help Mrs. Todd and the narrator in their understanding of the ways people work? Describe the similes used.

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