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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. Who wants to display paintings in the Old House?

2. Which of the following characters is NOT a customer of The Bookshop in Chapter 4?

3. Which book does Milo purchase for Kattie at the shop?

4. What lesson does nature teach Mrs. Green?

5. Who is crying in the schoolyard?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the people in the town use the information about the oyster shed to feel powerful?

2. What statement does Mr. Keble make that is an insult to Florence Green's intelligence? How does she react?

3. Describe Hardborough's citizens. Would they make good neighbors? Are they open to change?

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

5. Why does Mr. Gill elaborate about his connection to Violet Gamart in his letter to Florence?

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

7. Who is Ivy Welford? How does she interact with Florence?

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

9. Describe Florence Green's self image.

10. Who wants to prevent Florence from moving into the Old House and opening a shop? Why?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mr. Brundish falls dead in the street after his visit to Mrs. Gamart. Does his death foreshadow the fate of the Old House? What analogy can be drawn from his death, the death of the Old House, and the death of Hardborough.

Essay Topic 2

Christine Gipping is given a lot of responsibility for a ten year old when Florence hires her as a shop helper. Discuss the responsibilities which have been entrusted to Christine. Using specific events, what are the results of Christine's authority in the shop?

Essay Topic 3

Milo North is a complex character in the novel. Compare/contrast Mr. North's self-image and his public image. In your opinion, which image is more befitting?

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