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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Lois' philosophy?

2. Which of the following does NOT describe how Margret behaves toward Mr. Holmes?

3. Where does Mr. Holmes recover from his injuries?

4. Margret says that she asked ______________ to show her what she should be doing with her life and working with the poor is the answer.

5. Who does Lois save from the fire at the mill?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the role of married women in the 1860s. Conversely, what was the normal role of an unmarried woman in the 1860s? What precedents did they feel compelled to follow? What restrictions did they have? Did they enjoy any freedoms that 21st century women do not?

Essay Topic 3

There is much symbolism in this story regarding the new year. What does the new year symbolize for Lois? What does it mean for the rest of the characters? Explain.

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