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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How many acres of corn do the Rosickys have?
2. Where does Doctor Ed stop his car and sit?
3. How long does Polly keep the hot applications on Rosicky?
4. Where will Rosicky stand to watch the boys plowing the fields?
5. What does Polly's oldest sister do for the Methodist choir?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Rosicky describes the city as a place that is unnatural. What explanation does he give for this conclusion? Why do you think Rosicky feels this way? Do you think all of Rosicky's family members feel this way? Why or why not? Explain your reasoning behind this. How would Rosicky's life have been different if he had stayed in the city? Do you think he would have ever been truly happy spending his life in the city? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 2
Rosicky enjoyed a good life while in New York. What do you think finally pushed him to the point that he wanted more from life? Why was his life not as fulfilling as some people might have thought? Do you think Rudolph would have been happy with the life that Rosicky led in New York? Do you think Polly would have enjoyed a life with Rudolph better in the city? Why or why not? Do you think Polly will become accustomed to living in the country? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 3
In the story, "Neighbor Rosicky", there are many times where Anton Rosicky is described in detail. The descriptions used in the story help the reader discover who Anton Rosicky is. Why do you think Willa Cather spent so much time describing Anton's physical appearance? How do these descriptions help shape the reader's opinion of Anton? Use specific examples from the story to support your findings.
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