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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what does Retha tell Greta she's waiting?

2. What is the name of the village in which Greta lives?

3. Who pleads with Greta's mom to allow Greta to go out in the fog?

4. What does Greta want to do when she returns home?

5. What are the sentinels that guard Blue Cove?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Greta's mother keep her from wandering into the fog?

2. What does Greta know about Ann?

3. Are there any people in the village who do like the fog?

4. How does Laura describe Greta's fascination with the fog?

5. Where does Mr. Morrill get the items that he gives to his family?

6. Why is there no graveyard in Blue Cove?

7. What does Greta do on the first foggy Saturday to ensure she is able to go out?

8. Is there any difference in time between Retha and Greta's worlds?

9. Under what circumstances does Greta leave her egg cup at the Morrill home?

10. What is the significance of the salt spoon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What hints does the author give that Greta's father had similar experiences in Blue Cove as Greta has had?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Greta's experiences in Blue Cove with those that her father had.

Essay Topic 3

What is Retha's role in the novel?

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