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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of education does society in 2000 foster that surprises Julian?

2. What does Dr. Leete feel about parental responsibilities of the 19th century?

3. How is Julian sure he has woken up in the 19th century?

4. Who is Edith's favorite author?

5. Who wakes Julian at the beginning of Chapter 28?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Through out the book Dr. Leete presents a superior attitude when comparing 1887 to 2000. Provide examples of this superior attitude. How does Julian feel about it? Does Dr. Leete feel better than Julian himself or does his superiority concern society in general?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the merit system used in 2000. How does Dr. Leete say it works to keep workers motivated? How does this system compare to the system used in 1887?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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