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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. Why does Rosacoke resist Wesley's romantic advances?

2. How much time passes before Rosacoke writes a letter to Wesley?

3. Who is the author of A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE?

4. Why does Willie Duke make a stir when she returns home?

5. How does Wesley reply to Rosacoke's question about their relationship?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the ride in Wesley's car and the intimate encounter that ensues.

2. What does Rato do a few days before Christmas that reinforces his childlike ways?

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

4. What is an important theme in Chapter 3?

5. What does Rosacoke plan to do when it gets too late after visiting with Mildred's family?

6. Describe the letter that Wesley sends as a response to Rosacoke's not accepting his Thanksgiving invitation.

7. Where does Milo go a few days before Christmas?

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

9. What does Rosacoke do while the family goes to the Christmas pageant at church?

10. Who barges into Mr. Isaac's home in search of Rosacoke?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe some of the settings for the story. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did the author choose to use these places in the story?

Essay Topic 2

There are several events of foreshadowing in the book. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE is a classic story of the search for love. What does that classification entail? Why does this story fit into this category? Explain.

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