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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. During Lionel's tests on Florence, what happens when the temperature drops?
2. What is the name of the spirit that Florence channels?
3. What hovers above the water beneath the bridge?
4. What does Edith do that causes Ben to slap her across the face?
5. How much money does Deutsch offer to Barrett for his experiment at Hell House?
Short Essay Questions
1. Whom does Deutsch choose as partners for Barrett and why?
2. How does Lionel specifically describe the occurrences at Hell House?
3. Hell House is situated at the edge of Bastard Bog. How did Bastard Bog get its name?
4. Why does Deutsch ask Dr. Lionel Barrett to stay in Hell House?
5. How does Florence Tanner prepare for her trip to Hell House?
6. Why does Lionel Barrett bring his wife, Edith, with him when she has no training in parapsychology or physics?
7. Why is Florence unable to enter the chapel in Hell House?
8. Florence is determined to prove that Daniel exists, despite the negative reaction from the rest of the group. What does Florence do after the poltergeist activity at the dinner table to prove once and for all that Daniel did indeed exist?
9. What is the purpose of the cabinet Florence is put in and the costume she is given to wear?
10. What is Lionel's attitude toward Florence's gift, and why does he feel that way?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Florence seems to be the focus of the spirit's attention, boldly making itself known to her while only slightly affecting the other members of the group? What purpose do you think the ghost has in targeting her? What is it about Florence that could make her vulnerable to the spirit?
Essay Topic 2
Outline the history of Hell House prior to the second group's expedition, including Bastard Bog's history. Does this history foreshadow the events that may occur at Hell House during the 1970 experiment? If so, how? Cite specific examples from the text to support your theory.
Essay Topic 3
Ben is eager to escape Hell House for a second time after the Reversor has supposedly cleansed the atmosphere. What makes Ben uncomfortable about leaving? Why do you think he feels this discomfort, or do you think it is impossible for him to simply accept that the house is clean? What do you think finally makes him turn around? Cite examples to support your explanation.
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