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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. Which of the following does Mrs. Howth NOT ask Joel to prepare for Lois?
2. Why did Margret give up her former love, Mr. Holmes?
3. Which of the following does NOT describe the conditions in the mill where Lois Yare worked as a child?
4. Who is engaged to Mr. Holmes?
5. What book does Margret read?
Short Essay Questions
1. What literary technique does the author use when writing this sentence: "These churches lifted their hard, stone faces insolently, registering their yearly alms in the morning journals."
2. How has Dr. Knowles' life been impacted by the destruction of the mill?
3. How much time passes as Mr. Holmes recovers and who is a constant companion for him?
4. What does the author say as she begins Chapter 11?
5. What is the point of view of the story?
6. Describe the use of symbolism related to New Year's Eve and New Year's.
7. What is the climax of the story as presented in Chapter 6?
8. Explain how the main characters have all resolved their major issues.
9. What is Margret's demeanor and outlook these days?
10. How is Mr. Holmes conflicted in his marriage decision?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
MARGRET HOWTH: A STORY OF TO-DAY is a classic story of love and redemption. What does that classification entail? Why does this story fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
It seems as if all the family members are at points in their lives when they must make new starts. Project the new year for the main characters and determine what their lives will be. Be sure to include Margret, Mr. Holmes, the Howths and Dr. Knowles.
Essay Topic 3
Go back in time five years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Margret and Mr. Holmes. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.
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