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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. How does Annie feel when the elevator door shuts in her mother's face?

3. What words on the water bill reminds Annie of her mother's nickname?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Annie. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her, if anything, at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the dynamic of the mother-daughter role. Why is this relationship such a critical one for girls? How does the relationship between Annie and her mother exhibit in flashbacks? How is the relationship characterized in current time?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several metaphors in telling her story. Define a metaphor. Identify at least two metaphors in the story and support your answers.

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