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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. Why does Antonia not ask Larry Donovan for a civil marriage?

2. What warning does Mrs. Steavens give Ambrosch?

3. Who does Jim see a photograph of while waiting for his grandparents?

4. Where does Cuzak take his son when they are in the city?

5. Who does Tiny convince to move to San Francisco with her?

Short Essay Questions

1. Summarize the story Rudolph tells about the Cutters.

2. How do Mr. and Mrs. Cutter respond to the incident in the Cutters' home between Jim and Wick?

3. How does the novel come full circle at the end?

4. How does Jim's grandmother react to Jim attending dances at the Fireman's Hall? How does Jim respond?

5. What does Jim see on the wall of the photographer's studio? How does this affect him?

6. Describe Wick Cutter.

7. Describe Gaston Cleric

8. How does the Polish violin teacher attempt to determine Jim's intentions with Lena? How does he react to Jim's response?

9. Summarize the story of Antonia and Larry Donovan's failed attempt at marriage (as told by Widow Steavens).

10. How does Jim mark his transition to manhood in this chapter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the themes My Antonia explores is perseverance. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

The title of the novel, My Antonia, takes on several layers of meaning as the story develops. Discuss the significance of the title. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

One of the themes My Antonia explores is transformation or metamorphosis. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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