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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. Rosicky thinks his heart is fine but that he has a little of what?

2. Rosicky complains that though he is getting to be an old man he's not what yet?

3. What is the name of Rosicky's wife?

4. What kind of smile does Rosicky have?

5. Whom did Anton live with after his mother died?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Rudolph and Polly leave for town what does Rosicky do?

2. Why was it hard for Rosicky to figure out why he felt "restless"?

3. Why doesn't Rosicky agree to go with Rudolph to the movies when Polly suggests it to him?

4. What was the worst thing Rosicky had come upon in his journey through the world?

5. What did Anton Rosicky do when he found out his cousin had moved to America?

6. Why did the winter turn out badly for the farmers?

7. Why does Rosicky want the alfalfa field to prosper so much?

8. What were Mary and Anton doing on the Fourth of July when it was so hot that it burned up everything?

9. What is the doctor's response to Rosicky when Rosicky suggests he just get a new heart?

10. How did Rosicky end up in New York?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the story, "Neighbor Rosicky", both Anton Rosicky and Doctor Ed stop by the graveyard to reflect and find solace. Why do you think the graveyard provides a peaceful place for pondering for both Rosicky and Doctor Burleigh? Why is this country graveyard different from a city graveyard? Describe the physical attributes of the graveyard. Use specific examples from the story.

Essay Topic 2

In "Neighbor Rosicky", Mary feeds other creatures and it is described as her natural expression of affection. Of course Mary gives food to her animals and children, but what other ways does Mary "feed" her family? What does Mary find most important in life? Is this the same thing that Anton focuses on? If so, why?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the story of "Neighbor Rosicky", there is an underlying theme of pride. Rosicky has great pride in his family, in his profession, and in his land. Why does Rosicky feel pride for his family? Why does he feel pride for his land? Why is Rosicky proud of the choice he made to come to the country and farm the land? Does Rosicky's pride seem boastful? Why or why not?

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