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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. In 2000, what work group performs tasks such as cleaning and cooking?

2. How is music listened to in 2000?

3. What does the government do if there are not enough volunteers for a trade?

4. When is music available to people in 2000?

5. What does Edith make Julian promise he will not do alone?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mr. Barton's church work?

2. What is the result of education for all citizens?

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

4. What is the process of receiving goods in 2000?

5. What do citizens in 2000 do after retirement?

6. Why is Julian nervous about going to sleep again?

7. What options do citizens have to practice their religion?

8. Why is the name of Dr. Leete's daughter significant?

9. How does the narrator sleep so long and remain alive?

10. How does the labor system work in 2000?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Society in 1887 was clearly a capitalist society. What type of society was 2000? Provide examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Dr. Leete refers to the word "atavism." What does this word mean? How does atavism apply to society in 2000 and in 1887? How is atavism treated in society in 2000 and 1887?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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