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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 does the society party take place?

2. Who buys a new van to drive to Liverpool Street Station?

3. Who hosts the society party?

4. Who services the lending library?

5. Who establishes a lending library in Hardborough?

Short Essay Questions

1. What previous bookseller event does Mr. Brundish disclose in a note to Florence?

2. How does Florence intend to use the oyster shed? Why is this an unwise decision?

3. According to Ivy Welford, what is the purpose of a business ledger? What effect does Ivy's comment have on Florence?

4. Why are the books arranged to the front of the shelves?

5. Why is Ivy Welford distraught when she looks over the shop's ledger at the end of Chapter 5?

6. Does Christine take her new job as book shop helper seriously? Give appropriate examples to support your answer.

7. Why is this meal appropriate for a resident of Hardborough?

8. How does Mrs. Gamart try to persuade Florence to rethink her decision to establish the shop?

9. Florence Green is facing a major decision about using her inheritance to open the bookshop. What factors must she consider before she decides the action she should take?

10. How does Hardborough's geographical location contribute to its citizens' views?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain how Milo North has been Florence's adversary from the beginning of the story. Have his actions been purposefully directed at Florence, or are they simply by-products of his toxic personality?

Essay Topic 2

A main theme in The Book Shop is change. Which character changes most throughout the story? Which character changes least? Give specific details.

Essay Topic 3

Mr. Brundish and Violet Gamart are both influential citizens of Hardborough. Compare and contrast these two characters. Be sure to include their personal backgrounds, character traits, and ultimate influence in the discussion.

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