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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. How old is Julia Springer?

2. What had Brother Vern repeatedly questioned Hazel about?

3. Who was Sam Murdoch's wife?

4. What does Deputy Bates tell Julia about his earlier discovery?

5. What does Brother Vern tell Little Lloyd to gather up before they go?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Brother Vern and how does Julia encounter him?

2. What advice does Binkie Enloe give to Julia regarding any lawsuits filed?

3. What proof does Hazel have of her son's father and why does she leave him with Julia?

4. What is Sam able to tell Julia about whether her husband planned on leaving his estate to the church?

5. In what way does Julia begin to speak her mind after church one Sunday?

6. How is Julia selfless in the ways that she helps Hazel and Little Lloyd?

7. What does Sam advise Julia to do in order to check on Little Lloyd?

8. What is Julia's response when Lillian tells her about the rumors around town?

9. What unnerves Julia when she goes out for a drive?

10. How does Julia know that the whole town will soon know her business after she has had a visit from LuAnne Conover?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Ross is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them, and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Julia. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Julia?

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