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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. How is the woman with Mrs. Filmore related to her?

2. Who does Latimer enjoy traveling with?

3. What does Latimer read in secret?

4. What is one reason that Latimer thinks Bertha will never marry Alfred?

5. What is another reason that Latimer thinks Bertha will not marry Alfred?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Latimer and Bertha talk about during their walk?

2. Describe the events surrounding Mrs. Archer's death.

3. What does Latimer find interesting about the changes in Bertha and Mrs. Archer's relationship?

4. What happens to Latimer and Bertha after Mrs. Archer dies?

5. What do readers learn about Latimer's mother?

6. How does Latimer feel about his first vision?

7. Explain the events surrounding Latimer's recovery.

8. Describe Latimer and Alfred's relationship.

9. What do readers learn about Latimer's psychic powers?

10. Why is Latimer struggling with his feelings for Bertha and their pending engagement?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

We find that although Latimer wants to read Betha's thoughts, once he is able to do so he wishes he couldn't. What impact does the ability, and inability, to read Bertha's thoughts have on their relationship? Hint: Answer this in two parts- before he can read them and after he can read them.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast two of the following "relationships" in detail:

-Latimer and Alfred.

-Latimer and Bertha.

-Latimer and his mother.

-Latimer and his father.

-Latimer and Charles.

-Alfred and Bertha.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the importance of Latimer's gift to Bertha. Be sure to include the symbolism and foreshadowing that the opal represents.

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