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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Vanessa find in the pocket of her jacket?

2. Instead of going to bed, Vaness and Lisa ____________________.

3. For what does Grandpa Nye remain passionate?

4. How old is Grandpa Nye at this point in the story?

5. What had James DeGolyer studied to be?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ancestry and heritage take on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the motif of loss. Identify at least two motifs about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support each example.

Essay Topic 3

THE DEAD OF THE HOUSE is a classic coming of age story. What does that classification entail? Why does this story fit into this category? Explain.

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