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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. Uncle Hob gives the girls a mason jar filled with __________________.

2. What does Noreen decide made Baby so sick?

3. What is one of Aunt Patty's grievances at the house?

4. Willa Jo has a scary dream about Baby ____________________.

5. Why do Willa Jo and Little Sister decide to sit on the bench outside the drugstore?

Short Essay Questions

1. What message is Uncle Hob hoping the girls get from his story about staying with his grieving grandfather?

2. What are Aunt Patty's laments regarding people's lack of appreciation for her?

3. What recurring dream does Willa Jo have and what does she do upon waking?

4. What behavior was Noreen exhibiting that showed her depression and why was Willa Jo happy that Aunt Patty arrived?

5. What lessons has Aunt Patty learned by having the girls with her for awhile?

6. Why do Aunt Patty and Uncle Hob seem to enjoy sitting on the roof with the girls?

7. Even though Baby died at sunrise, what flicker of hope does a sunrise hold for the family?

8. Describe what happened in the house on the morning that Baby died.

9. What does Aunt Patty suggest they do to get Little Sister to talk, and how does that send Willa Jo over the edge with her aunt?

10. Explain the symbolism of Willa Jo's dream and why Willa Jo is so angry.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Liz. What is her role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by developing Liz's character in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of pride. Identify at least two instances about pride in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.

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