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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sissie do as Part 3 ends?

2. What does Sissie think about her mother's latest haircut?

3. What does Sissie believe will happen to her love for her husband?

4. According to Sissie, which word defines all men, in general?

5. Which of her children does Sissie's mother claim was an accident?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what way is loss of innocence a theme in the story? What causes Sissie to lose her innocence? How does she lose innocence progressively in each section of the story?

Essay Topic 2

How do social issues play a role in "Four Summers"? Consider the hierarchy of women. Also, consider the roles of class and race.

Essay Topic 3

How is self-consciousness a theme in the story? Why does Sissie feel self-conscious? Is she rational in feeling this way? Why or why not? What is the cause of Sissie's discomfort?

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