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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. What phrase does Robbie's grandfather use at the end of his letter when discussing what he should do regarding J., which he hopes does not offend Robbie?

2. In what way does Robbie's grandfather say they can help him if need be at the end of his letter?

3. How does Robbie's grandfather close the letter?

4. Why did Robbie's grandparents pay little attention to the TV news despite it being bleak?

5. What does Robbie's grandfather suggest Robbie do after reading the letter?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the end, what does Robbie's grandfather "advise" and "implore" (5) Robbie to do regarding J.? Why?

2. What does Robbie's grandfather say about organizing marches when discussing what he could have done during the critical period?

3. What realization does Robbie's grandfather have at the end of his letter, which he knows must make the situation that much harder for Robbie?

4. What are some of the things Robbie's grandparents tried to do during the critical period, before essentially giving up?

5. Why did Robbie's grandparents stop saying anything about what was going on "during this critical period" (4)?

6. What does Robbie's grandfather admit he regrets during the "critical period" (4) before the election?

7. What household and medical bills were Robbie's grandparents incurring during what he calls the "critical period" (4)?

8. Robbie's grandfather cites a list of things the happened post-election, including a series of pardons. What other things does he list?

9. What sort of help does Robbie's grandfather offer to Robbie if he needs it at the end of his letter?

10. Why does Robbie's grandfather say the system was like oxygen to them?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of the past, present, and change and discuss how the letter explores these themes.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay analyzing the symbolic significance of jigsaw puzzles in "Love Letter." When do they appear? What is the context? How do these puzzles develop the plot and themes of the story?

Essay Topic 3

Pick a character from the story and discuss their goals and motives.

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