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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 did Anne spend the final months of her father's life?

2. Other than Sam, Anne is tremendously grateful for _____________________.

3. Where is Sam's father?

4. To what does Anne attribute some of Sam's colicky behavior?

5. In addition to Pammy, who serves as a labor coach for Anne

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the physical and emotional toll of Pammy's illness in Part 10?

2. Explain Anne's belief in God and her faith that He will provide for her and Sam.

3. What toll is Pammy's illness taking on Anne in Part 12?

4. What treatments and coping mechanisms is Pammy using to fight her cancer?

5. Explain what it is that Anne learns how to do which had previously been difficult for her.

6. Describe Anne's experience prior to going into labor and delivering her baby.

7. What is the symbolism of the touching fingers in the story to Anne's life in Part 11.

8. What does Anne recall about her own seventh and eighth grade experiences that she finds the prospect of Sam's living through them so daunting?

9. What does Anne mean by "just take it bird by bird?"

10. How does Anne feel about breastfeeding now that she has become comfortable with it?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of religion and spirituality in Anne's life. What is the nature of Anne's particular devotion to the Virgin Mary? How does Anne exhibit her beliefs in her everyday life?

Essay Topic 2

Explain why, in a life filled with self-absorbed behavior and addictions to substances, one little baby can completely change Anne's world. Is this Anne's first experience with unconditional love? If so, is that why she is so unsure of herself much of the time where Sam is concerned? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

In addition to emotional woes, Anne is also troubled by financial problems. What is Anne's employment situation? What is her state of mind and ability to improve her situation? How does Anne ultimately find the finances she needs? Explain.

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