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

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened to Annie's mother the year Annie's grandmother died?

2. What is Blanche doing when Annie visits her in February?

3. With what does Annie associate days in her life?

4. On the anniversary of the day Annie met the man with whom she had an affair was the day she found her mother _____________________.

5. In what month is the first journal entry in this section?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

I REMAIN IN DARKNESS is a classic reversal of roles story. What does that classification entail? Why does this story fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Alzheimer's Disease and all forms of dementia are met with intolerance from many in society. Do some research on the diseases and write an essay on the physical, emotional and cultural ramifications of these devastating illnesses for people and their families.

Essay Topic 3

Name and describe the three primary reasons Annie's diary is special. Compare it to similar famous diaries in history. How do diaries help us us understand personal and public histories?

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