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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 is the first place in Chicago that Carrie goes to find work?

2. What surprising news does Drouet tell Carrie about Hurstwood when he confronts her about their affair together?

3. What does Drouet start doing that changes the way Carrie feels about him?

4. What would Carrie have had to her name had she decided to leave Drouet as planned?

5. Why does Hurstwood not care about Carrie's relationship with Drouet as he begins to pursue her?

Short Essay Questions

1. What causes Carrie to suspect Hurstwood's motives in getting her on the train to New York?

2. What is Carrie's first impression of her co-workers at the shoe factory?

3. How does Carrie's sister respond to the news that Carrie has moved out of her house?

4. What does Hurstwood tell his friends to expect from the play put on by the Masons?

5. Why does Hurstwood decide to rent a carriage instead of continuing his walk with Carrie?

6. What comment from a friend gives Mrs. Hurstwood the idea that her husband has not been faithful to her?

7. Why does Sven retire to bed so early every night?

8. Why is Carrie so afraid to go back to her sister's house after Drouet buys her some winter things?

9. Why was Carrie offered a job at a department store during the slow season?

10. How does Hurstwood react when Drouet tells him about the play being put on by his group?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Security and safety were two themes that were touched on a number of times throughout the course of this play. What are some of these instances, and how does this affect the characters in these scenes?

Essay Topic 2

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

Essay Topic 3

Laughter and happiness are common themes found in this novel. Where does this come into play, and how does it affect the characters involved in these scenes?

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