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

Short Answer Questions

1. Annie states that her mother was ________________ by herself.

2. What does Annie bring each time she visits her mother?

3. Annie notes that she talks about her mother _________________.

4. What cherished item of her mother's does Annie not know what to do with?

5. What does Annie regret now that her mother is dead?

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

Guilt takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the book's title. What did the author mean by calling the story I REMAIN IN DARKNESS? Cite an example to support your answer.

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