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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Dr. Knowles lead Margret on the way home?

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

3. What must Dr. Knowles now do since he has lost everything in the mill fire?

4. Who has agreed to work with Dr. Knowles at his new institution?

5. Margret's demeanor toward Mr. Holmes when he arrives as the Howth home is characterized as ________________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

The author provides the perspective of Margret's view of the world throughout the story. Choose two situations in the book which also involve other characters and create a brief synopsis of how they viewed the same situations.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study on Margret. 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?

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