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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Winnie drop when she's singing to her baby in Chapter 14?

2. Who does Winnie think is Pearl's father?

3. Who is Min?

4. What wish does Winnie give her roommates when she leaves jail?

5. What was Min's job in Shanghai?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does Winnie at first feel bad for Jiaguo that Hulan dominates him? How does her attitude about their marriage change once she understands the events that led up to it? Do you think that Hulan and Jiaguo have a good marriage? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Why does Helen make up the story about having a brain tumor? What makes her tell Pearl it's a hoax, but not her friend Winnie? Do you think it is ironic that Helen uses a lie to get Winnie and Pearl to tell the truth? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the significance of Lady Sorrowfree to Pearl's life. Why has Winnie chosen this name and created a goddess just for her daughter? What is Pearl's reaction?

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