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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 does Father Tim do during the party?

2. Who buys nearly all the furniture at Fernbank?

3. Why is Father Tim disappointed with his congregation?

4. What do the people in #52 have plans to do with Fernbank?

5. Who does Father Tim recommend for the position of Dining Room Manager at Hope House?

Short Essay Questions

1. Other than their low bid, why does Father Tim not want Miami Development Company to buy Fernbank?

2. Who is Pauline Barlowe and what help does Father Tim want to give her?

3. What are Dooley's summer plans and what happens to thwart them?

4. Who is Andrew and how does the author use foreshadowing regarding his purchase of almost all the furniture at Fernbank?

5. How does Father Tim spend his birthday with his wife?

6. How does Father Tim show compassion toward Harley?

7. What medical condition does Pauline's cousin, Rhody, have and what assistance does Father Tim provide?

8. Who does Lace accuse of stealing her hat and what does he say about it to Father Tim?

9. What foreshadowing does the author use regarding Winnie's dream of a dark-haired man?

10. What is the Primrose Tea and how is Father Tim more involved than usual?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Father Tim and Mack Sprogue. Both men have influence over the town of Mitford but in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 2

Father Tim seems to have many roles in his role as pastor. Name two roles he fills and gives examples of how he fulfills those roles and the people he impacts.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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