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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. As Julia explains it to Ralph, why doesn't she have a horse?

2. Which of the following events does Julia NOT attend with Marianne?

3. After the dream comes true and Julia faints, where does she wake up?

4. Which of the following characters does NOT encourage Julia to embrace her magical heritage?

5. In which of the following places has Julia NOT had an encounter with her Aunt Beatrice?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Julia feel about her conversations with Dr. Phillips and his medical practices?

2. How does Richard respond to the news that Julia is going to be sent away?

3. How does Uncle John plan to reinvent the way that the Wideacre employees are paid, and why?

4. How does Julia's relationship with James change over the course of their meetings?

5. What gift does Ralph bring for Julia, and what is the response to his gift?

6. After the visit to the village, what interesting visions does Julia begin to have regarding Ralph Megson?

7. How does Julia feel about having meeting and having to visit with Dr. Phillips?

8. How does Celia respond to the constant comparison of Julia's looks to her sister Beatrice's?

9. What happens to Richard's horse after Julia has been given permission to take riding lessons on him?

10. What happens when the slavers come to Wideacre?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout his life, Richard has problems with the animals of Wideacre. Describe three examples of scenes involving Richard's interactions with animals, and explain why the animals of Wideacre have similar responses to Richard whenever he was near them.

Essay Topic 2

In the novel, many children are taken from the Acre to work as slaves. Describe the life that these children lead, and explain the impact that Julia had on their lives.

Essay Topic 3

Julia has very close and unusual relationship with her deceased Aunt Beatrice. Compare and contrast the two female characters and their relationship to Wideacre.

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