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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 did Granda always cut corners?

2. How does Jamie consider his generation regarding local buildings?

3. How does Jamie feel after reuniting with his mother for the afternoon?

4. What topic does Gran bring up during Christmas dinner with Jamie?

5. What is Jamie's mother's demeanor when she spends the afternoon with him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Jamie's overall opinion of the afternoon spent with his mother?

2. How is Jamie torn between the past and the present regarding Granda Hugh's reputation?

3. What does Gran say about the accusations lodged at Grandpa Hugh?

4. Describe the day that Jamie takes Granda Hugh out to the pubs.

5. What is the opinion of Granda Hugh regarding the accusations from those who know him well?

6. How does Jamie pass the time at his grandparents' home?

7. What surprise does Jamie get at Granda Hugh's funeral?

8. How does Granda Hugh put up a front regarding his physical state and the work he knows he will never accomplish?

9. Why does the author reintroduce the elements of orderliness and tidiness regarding Jamie's life?

10. In what context is Granda Hugh eulogized as "Mr. Housing?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Granda Hugh. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Granda Hugh?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Granda Hugh and Robert. Both men want influence over Jamie at different points but have their hold on him in very different ways.

Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in literature? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Gran Margie. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Gran Margie?

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