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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Lois afraid of being for any length of time?

2. What is Lois' philosophy?

3. Dr. Knowles capitalizes on Margret's ____________________.

4. Which of the following characteristics does Miss Herne NOT expect of Mr. Holmes?

5. What had Lois told Mr. Holmes that Christmas is?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

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

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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