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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 is Jean depressed lately?

2. What is Gretchen doing in her life at this point?

3. Where do Rudolph and Jean go on their honeymoon?

4. Who gets Thomas a job on a ship soon after he returns to New York?

5. In what city will Billy be going to boarding school?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the significance of Dwyer in Thomas' life?

2. What is the symbolism of the name Thomas chooses for his boat?

3. How does Rudolph' help for Professor Denton come full circle from many years ago?

4. Explain how Thomas' original return of the $5000 has resulted in a positive way for him after all.

5. What important help is Rudolph able to give Thomas in Part 4, Chapter 4?

6. How does the author fill in plot and character development between chapters?

7. How has Rudolph reached the pinnacle of success in every aspect of his life?

8. What do the boat charters represent as positive changes in Thomas' life?

9. What is the nature of Gretchen's struggles in Part 3, Chapter 4?

10. What is the sad irony of Mary's life right now?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The search for love is an important theme in RICH MAN, POOR MAN. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme of good vs. evil in the novel. Who/what represents good? Who/what represents evil? How do they co-exist or do they? What is the final confrontation?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

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