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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. In "Love Letter," what is the lawyer Robbie asked about mostly doing these days?

2. What kind of "beam" shoots out of the old man's forehead in Ginnie's fantasy?

3. What does Mike tell the Speakers is on the way in "Liberation Day"?

4. What does Keith do to one of the old men?

5. Who comes to see Jeremy at night?

Short Essay Questions

1. What advice does Grandpa give to Robbie at the end of "Love Letter"?

2. What addition does Mr. U make to his Speakers' lineup?

3. What is the role of Speakers in "Liberation Day"?

4. How is Ginnie's essay in "A Mom of Bold Action" different from other things she has previously written?

5. What specific episode from history does Mr. U ask the Speakers to perform in "Liberation Day"?

6. In "A Mom of Bold Action," what does Ginnie often write about?

7. In "Love Letter," what are some reasons that Grandpa does not do more to push back against governmental abuses?

8. At the end of "Liberation Day," why does Jeremy say he can no longer enjoy speaking at all?

9. What does Jeremy hope will happen someday with Mrs. U in "Liberation Day"?

10. What is Ginnie getting ready to do at the end of "A Mom of Bold Action"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In "Love Letter," how does Saunders, through Grandpa, describe any one individual's limitations in fighting back against government oppression and authoritarian behavior? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

How does experiencing love with Amy change Brian's outlook on his future and on the underworld in "Ghoul"? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the collection, how does Saunders treat and explore the connections between freedom and oppression? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

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