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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mary Hildebrand tell Rose and Mr. Kaplan?

2. What is the reaction when Miss Cushing appears at the Maurrant's window and yells for an ambulance?

3. What does Mr. Kaplan say about all the young people?

4. What is heard throughout the scene?

5. What does Mrs. Maurrant have just enough strength to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sam shows bravery.

Part 1) When does he act bravely?

Part 2) Why does Sam do this?

Part 3) What do Sam's actions say about his character?

Essay Topic 2

Rose wants to leave New York.

Part 1) Where does she want to go?

Part 2) What does she think this move will bring?

Part 3) Do you believe this move would be beneficial for her? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Racism and prejudice permeates the minds of the characters.

Part 1) Give two examples of racism or other prejudice.

Part 2) How might these characters have learned to be prejudiced?

Part 3) How does this prejudice affect their relationships with other characters?

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