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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. Where does Frank live?

2. What is the name of the boot black that Dick helps with rent in Chapter 24?

3. Who recognizes Dick at the bank in Chapter 22?

4. In Chapter 20, where is Henry working when he receives a raise?

5. What do the two boot blacks challenge Dick to in Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the clothing offered by Rockwell signify for Dick in Chapter 26?

2. Why is Dick fired from his job in Chapter 1?

3. Describe two changes Dick makes in Chapter 13 and 14 in his lifestyle.

4. What kind of work does Henry get? Describe his work experience in Chapters 19 and 20?

5. How does Dick prevent Travis from withdrawing his money at the bank?

6. How are Henry and Dick closer to achieving their goals by the end of Chapter 27?

7. How does Dick help Tom, the boot-black?

8. Why do Dick and Henry want a new place of residence?

9. How is Dick alert to business opportunities?

10. How do the boys work together as a team to improve their lives by the end of Chapter 20?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe some of the settings for Ragged Dick and Mark the Match Boy. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period, and any pertinent popular culture events. How do these settings, even if imaginary, reflect modern settings or culture? Why did the author choose to use these places in Ragged Dick and Mark the Match Boy?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in Ragged Dick and Mark the Match Boy. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Roswell. What is his role in Ragged Dick and Mark the Match Boy? What was Alger trying to accomplish by creating Roswell's character in the novel?

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