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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT describe Lois as she watches over Mr. Holmes during his recovery?

2. Where had Mr. Holmes spent every Christmas of his childhood?

3. Who makes caustic remarks about Mr. Holmes once being engaged to the pitiful Margret?

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

5. Who escorts Margret home as the afternoon turns into evening?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Create a brief character study on Lois. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 3

The role of women is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends throughout the story. What is the presumed role of women in the Midwest during the 1860s? Explain by giving examples.

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