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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. Why is Sissie especially uncomfortable in the heat?
(a) She has a cast on her leg.
(b) She has allergies.
(c) She has the flu.
(d) She is pregnant.

2. Which of the following of Rosacoke's family members did NOT attend the picnic?
(a) Emma.
(b) Rato.
(c) Milo.
(d) Sissie.

3. Which of the following does Rosacoke NOT wish to get from Wesley?
(a) Love.
(b) Rejection.
(c) Dedication.
(d) Commitment.

4. What does Wesley do in the middle of the funeral?
(a) Falls asleep.
(b) Roars off down the road.
(c) Plays the radio too loud.
(d) Honks his horn.

5. Who do Rosacoke and Wesley join at the picnic?
(a) Wesley's army buddes.
(b) Rosacoke's family.
(c) Wesley's family.
(d) Rosacoke's best friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Rosacoke knows she will be the only ___________ person at the funeral.

2. How old is Rosacoke?

3. Where does Rosacoke hide when she hears a noise?

4. In what city does Wesley live?

5. How did Mildred behave when Rosacoke last saw her?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How does Mrs. Mustian try to guide Rosacoke's thoughts about Wesley's part in her life?

3. What points does the author make about the nature of change?

4. What is the irony of Rosacoke's unexpected pregnancy?

5. Why do the Mustians like Mr. Isaac so well?

6. Explain the social and cultural significance of the scene at the pond.

7. What is the disappointing chain of communications between Rosacoke and Wesley after the annoying time at the picnic?

8. How does Rosacoke inform Wesley of her pregnancy?

9. What does Rosacoke do when she as she walks home from the funeral?

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

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