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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Patty dream of doing when she is eighteen?

2. Why does Patty claim she was given her present?

3. Why does Patty think her father is treating her differently in Chapter 16?

4. In Chapter 12, what does Ruth offer to give Anton?

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 prejudice described in the novel? What role does prejudice play in the character's lives? Which characters are able to overcome prejudice, and why? How does their open-minded attitude affect their characters?

Essay Topic 2

How does Patty look beyond her disgrace and find the strength to endure sufferings to eventually find success? How does Ruth inspire Patty to persevere? What strengths has Patty developed that will allow her to succeed as an adult?

Essay Topic 3

How is friendship defined in the novel? What qualities does Patty seek in a friend? Why is the friendship between Patty and Anton so unusual? How can Ruth, Patty and Anton all be friends?

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