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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. Lily has a run in with Uncle ___, a powerful member of the community.

2. Rosemary objects to Lily's request to ____.

3. What vehicle does Lily purchase?

4. Which of the following had worked with someone famous?

5. What is Jim's religion?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Lily's summer jobs and at least one event that occurs at that time.

2. Where do Jim and Lily move after Jim is hired by AIC?

3. What are Lily's instructions to the children when she returns to teaching? How do the children behave?

4. Jim is asked for help during storm. What happens? What event follows?

5. What is the next step in Lily's career?

6. Describe the next few years of the couple's life together.

7. Who confront Lily at school? What is the outcome?

8. What are some of the things that Lily likes most about Phoenix?

9. What causes Lily to spy on Jim? What occurs?

10. Who is the next person to cause problems for Lily? What happens?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give at least three examples of foreshadowing as it is used in the story. Does the author make it clear or are the references vague? What is the purpose? Is it effective? Are there other instances and events that might benefit from the use of this technique? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Helen Casey and Rosemary Smith Walls. Why is Lily concerned that Rosemary will turn out like Helen? What steps does Rosemary take to try to shape Rosemary's future in a positive way? Does it work? How similar are Helen and Rosemary? Do you think Rosemary will travel the same path? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Create a timeline of Lily Casey Smith's life. Include special events and important occurrences. Also choose three events and explain why they were significant in shaping Lily's life, career, and future.

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