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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 is Julian surprised when the waiter is so pleasant?

2. Which class of society does the narrator belong?

3. Where does the warehouse ship goods to?

4. What do citizens no longer have to fight for?

5. What does Dr. Leete say both 19th and 20th century men agree on?

Short Essay Questions

1. The Leetes take Julian to the dining hall. Describe this experience.

2. What is the absurd mistake mentioned in this letter?

3. What is Julian surprised by government rule?

4. Why is the narrator's wedding delayed?

5. Why does Julian have to stop a number of times in the Boston of 1887 to pull himself together?

6. What type of cases are heard by minor judges in this society?

7. What does Julian do when he does not find Edith in the house at the beginning of Chapter 24?

8. Why is Edith hesitant to tell Julian what was being discussed as he woke up that first day?

9. How is the narrator found?

10. What is the result of society spending less individually and more as a whole?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author seems to have an understanding for the problems women of the 19th century faced. Describe some the problems as discussed by Julian and how they have changed in the 20th century.

While the author seems to understand women's roles his depiction of women in 2000 is still sexist. Provide examples and discuss how these examples demonstrate as sexist view.

Essay Topic 2

There are a number of reasons why 20th century society is able to care for all citizens. Explore these reasons and discuss how 20th century have eliminated waste and increase the national budget.

Essay Topic 3

The educational system between the 19th and 20th centuries is profoundly different. Discuss the three principles of the educational system of the 20th century. How does these compare to the educational system of the 19th century? In your opinion, is the educational system of the 20th century as presented in this book practical?

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