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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paris respond to his father's idea of leaving?

2. What is the core reason or feeling why Paris does not go with his father?

3. What is Paris's explanation of his father's death?

4. How does Philip act when he discusses his course of action to leave with Paris?

5. When does Philip wake after his last tirade?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the theme of "The Square Root of Wonderful?" What is the main idea or underlying meaning? It may be stated or implied but it is an idea the author returns to time and again and is the most important idea in the story. Explain your answer by sharing the feelings of the main character, the thoughts and conversations he has, the actions and events of the story, and what the characters ultimately learn.

Essay Topic 2

The way the Lovejoys express their love is different for each character. Sometimes we are unaware that someone is trying to love us because they are going about it in a way we are not accustomed to. Discuss the love relationships between Mollie and Philip, between Sister and Philip, and between Paris and Philip. In what ways was love shown outwardly and in what ways was it hidden and how did this show of love affect the well being of each character?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the element of foreshadowing in The Square Root of Wonderful? How many times is foreshadowing used and is it a powerful tool for the reader to better understand the characters and plot of the play? Give examples of foreshadowing in your answer.

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