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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 11, what is Ruth accused of doing?

2. Whom does Patty kiss in Chapter 13?

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

4. What building does the girls' reformatory resemble to Patty?

5. Which character buys Patty lunch in Chapter 19?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is manipulation used in the novel? Is Mrs. Bergen's manipulation a form of abuse? Why or why not? What is Mrs. Bergen attempting to achieve through the use of manipulation? How does Patty attempt to use manipulation to achieve her goals?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the purpose of Patty's hideout. How does Patty use secrecy and isolation in the novel? What might be the long-term social and psychological implications of Patty's tendency to keep secrets and isolate herself when faced with adversity?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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