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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. When is the new construction on the farm finished?
2. There are individuals waiting for Father to return to the farm. Where are they waiting?
3. Who stands in front of whom when Father arrives home after his return?
4. Who is waiting for Father to return from his time away?
5. In Section 5, what does Mother tell Father about the old house?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
When Father says that he didn't know how strongly Mother felt about the house, the reader senses irony. Is that truly an example of irony? Or was Father using that as an excuse? It seems incomprehensible that Father would not know how she feels, but perhaps that is an indication that he really didn't respect what she has to say. Explain your thoughts regarding this scene and the use of irony.
Essay Topic 2
Write about the social convention of the way women were viewed during this time in, as portrayed in this essay. Why do you think the author wrote this story with regard to the way women were viewed? What was the author's point in writing this short story? Was she trying to effect change or simply providing a humorous look at marriage?
Essay Topic 3
The reader learns that the townspeople are gossiping about Mother's actions. Does the author mean this to be symbolism for something else? What is the symbolism behind the women talking about it in their homes and the men discussing it on the roads? What is the symbolism behind the men standing on the road awaiting Father's arrival?
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