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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Anton hide in Chapter 12?

2. What gift does Charlene Madlee buy for Patty in Chapter 20?

3. Which character drives Patty to the girls' reformatory?

4. Which character buys Patty lunch in Chapter 19?

5. Whose phone call does Mr. Bergen wait for in Chapter 18?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are dreams and daydreams used in the novel? What does Patty's dream represent? When does Patty daydream and what purpose do her daydreams serve? What factors cause Patty to abandon her daydreams and focus on reality?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characteristics of the protagonist and the antagonist in the novel. Which characteristics indicate that Patty is the protagonist? Which characteristics indicate that Mr. Bergen is the antagonist? What role does prejudice, deception, bravery and self-confidence play in their characters?

Essay Topic 3

What type of role model is Ruth for Patty? Who or what does Ruth replace in Patty's life? How might Ruth's guidance and advice affect Patty's development as an adult? How might Ruth's insights into prejudice, suffering and endurance encourage Patty?

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