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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. What is Jamie's demeanor after watching the demolition of Granda's buildings?

2. Who is Jamie's mother's new husband?

3. Which of the following does NOT describe Jamie's mother when she spends the afternoon with him?

4. How does Jamie's mother feel after meeting with Jamie again?

5. How long has Jamie been visiting his grandparents when he receives a letter from his girlfriend?

Short Essay Questions

1. How have Jamie's thoughts changed regarding becoming a father?

2. What does Jamie's meeting with his mother signify for him?

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

4. What do Jamie and Karen talk about when he calls her from a phone booth?

5. Describe Jamie's last personal encounter with Granda Hugh.

6. What are some of the things that Jamie loves about his girlfriend, Karen?

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

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

9. What is the nature of the drunken journalist's derogatory comments directed at Jamie?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the concept of pressure and time. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience the concept of pressure and time then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the role of the family in OUR FATHERS. What does it mean for each of the main characters? How does the family evolve in its support of each other? How typical is this family to most Scottish families living during the late-20th century?

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