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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Sue and Maud pack for the trip?
(a) nothing; they must escape unburdened
(b) bedding
(c) Maud's clothing and jewerly
(d) a picnic basket

2. Who does Sue see through the upper story window in Mrs. Sucksby's house?
(a) John Vromm
(b) Richard
(c) Mrs. Sucksby and Maud
(d) Mr. Lilly

3. What is the remedy for Sue's screaming in the asylum?
(a) removing her tongue
(b) the cold water plunge
(c) a gag
(d) tying her to her bed

4. What does Maud call Richard after the doctors leave?
(a) the devil
(b) her knight in shining armor
(c) Richard the Lion Hearted
(d) a saint

5. What does Maud steal from her uncle's bedroom while he is asleep?
(a) one of his pornographic books
(b) another picture of her mother
(c) the money laying on his dresser
(d) his razor and watch chain

Short Answer Questions

1. Who cuts open Maud's bag to examine the contents?

2. What foreshadowing happens when Maud gives Sue one of her dresses?

3. Maud's gloves have _____________________.

4. What is the implication of Mrs. Sucksby saying, "my own dear girl."

5. How does Mrs. Sucksby explain Sue's continued absence?

Short Essay Questions

1. Give a brief description of what Mr. Lilly has to say in the letter to Richard and how Maud feels about the letter.

2. What story about Maud does Richard and Mrs. Sucksby reveal to Maud?

3. How does Sue feel about Maud, who was partially responsible for Sue being in the asylum?

4. What is Mrs. Sucksby's reaction to Maud's return?

5. How does Maud react to being at the house on Lant Street and how does Richard react to Maud's accusations?

6. What does Maud do with the razor she stole from her uncle?

7. What does Maud give to Sue and what does that foreshadow?

8. Briefly describe Sue's experience in the insane asylum.

9. Why does Richard suggest to Mr. Lilly that Richard teach Maud to paint?

10. How does Richard get Agnes out of the house?

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