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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 Boston 2000, why are all men entitled to a decent life?

2. As the narrator looks around at Boston in 2000, what does he mention as the most noticeable difference between his time and the present?

3. Who does Dr. Leete and Edith feel the 20th century is?

4. What does the narrator do to remedy his disorder?

5. What two classes does this society consist of?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why are savings no longer necessary?

2. How does the labor philosophy of 2000 work in terms of doctors?

3. How does Edith Leete react to Edith Bartlett's picture?

4. Why does Julian feel so alone?

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

6. What does Dr. Leete suggest differentiates the thinking of the 19th century from the 20th century?

7. What does Dr. Leete say is the problem with the labor system of the previous century?

8. What do Edith and Julian do on the morning that begins Chapter 20?

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

10. Why does Julian have more difficulty understanding the 2000 society then the Leetes have in understanding the 1887 society?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

While in 2000, Julian visits his old home and sleeping chamber. During one visit he finds a safe that he know contains gold. What is the irony of this finding? How is this finding insignificant? How would this finding be perceived if found in 1887?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Music plays a significant role in this novel. What is the significance of music in this book? How does the notion of music serve to further differentiate the two societies?

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