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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what decade does A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE take place?
(a) 1960s.
(b) 1950s.
(c) 1940s.
(d) 1970s.

2. Who is the protagonist of A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE?
(a) Rosalie Mustian.
(b) Rosacoke Mustian.
(c) Rosacoke Martin.
(d) Rosemarie Mustian.

3. Why is Rosacoke annoyed with Wesley at the picnic?
(a) He spits when he talks.
(b) He chews with his mouth open.
(c) He wipes his mouth on his sleeve.
(d) He flirts with the other girls.

4. What is Wesley's response when Rosacoke asks if Willie is part of his future plans?
(a) He refuses to say.
(b) Definitely not.
(c) He has to think about it.
(d) Yes.

5. Wesley tells Rosacoke that ______________ has asked for a ride to Roanoke with him.
(a) Willie Douglas.
(b) Waylon Duke.
(c) Willie Duke.
(d) Willie Stewart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the cause of Mildred's death?

2. What does Rosacoke look for in the woods?

3. What does Wesley do while he waits for Rosacoke?

4. What is the name of the person whose funeral Rosacoke is going to attend?

5. How does Rosacoke feel when Wesley roars off during the funeral?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where does Rosacoke decide to go when she gets restless at home?

2. What had Rosacoke thought Rato might be able to do for her when he came home?

3. Explain how Rosacoke and Wesley still have a huge disconnect in their relationship.

4. What had Rosacoke hoped the army would do for Rato?

5. Where does Rosacoke stop during her walk and with whom does she speak?

6. What are Rosacoke's first thoughts about a life with Wesley in Roanoke?

7. How does Wesley behave that is intended to make Rosacoke jealous?

8. What is the premise of A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE?

9. How does the frustration on unfulfilled affection touch Mildred?

10. Why is Rosacoke needed so urgently at the church?

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