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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 was Ellen when she moved away from Metairie?

2. How many dogs did Ellen have?

3. What was Ellen disappointed about in the good psychic's prediction?

4. Where did Ellen first hear about the Iditarod?

5. What does Ellen reveal as the secret ingredient to her shared recipe?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened when Ellen performed in front of some old people?

2. What happened when Ellen performed in front of some Marines?

3. Why did Ellen first wish she was a man?

4. What does Ellen say people with depression should do when they wake up?

5. How does Ellen think children would best learn about sex?

6. What does Ellen like to do while she makes French toast?

7. What did a pet psychic say about Ellen's bird?

8. Why did Ellen decide to see a psychic?

9. What does Ellen say is most important to her about herself?

10. What did Ellen have to say about Rita's memories of her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why were they so important to Ellen?

Essay Topic 2

What are Ellen's memories of her childhood, and what does this reveal about her personality?

Essay Topic 3

Power and Greed are two common themes in this book. Where do they appear, and how do they differ in their manifestations?

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