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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. Who helps Libertie get ready for college?

2. Who does not like Mrs. Grady?

3. Why does Libertie marry Emmanuel so hastily?

4. Who slips a note under Libertie's door?

5. Who does Madame Elizabeth say is very handsome?

Short Essay Questions

1. What event does Libertie plan for the Graces?

2. Who teaches Libertie to swim?

3. What does Libertie realize about the Graces when they stay with Madame Elizabeth?

4. What does Alma Curtis tell Libertie at the end of the school year?

5. Who are the Graces?

6. What is a Tom Thumb wedding?

7. What gift does Libertie bring back for Bishop Chase?

8. Who is Bishop Chase?

9. Where does Libertie sleep with her husband for the first time?

10. Where is Libertie planning on traveling to after her wedding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring the various settings of the book. Choose one particular setting and describe its significance to the characters and the story as a whole. Why is this setting important to the novel? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay in which you explore the relationship between Emmanuel and Libertie. What is this relationship like, and how does it change Libertie?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

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