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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Angie's baby die?
(a) He developed pneumonia.
(b) The umbilical cord was wrapped around his neck.
(c) He got a staph infection.
(d) He was born too prematurely.

2. What does Rose really enjoy after her marriage to Thomas?
(a) Decorating her house.
(b) Having a card club.
(c) Driving a car.
(d) Going out to dinner.

3. When did Cecilia say she would marry Son?
(a) After the war was over.
(b) When she turned 21.
(c) After he completed boot camp.
(d) When he could afford a big ring.

4. Who runs the kitchen at St. Elizabeth's?
(a) Sister Caroline Marie.
(b) Sister Evangeline.
(c) Sister Mary Acquin.
(d) Sister Regina.

5. Who of the following does NOT help the girl in #76 with her labor?
(a) Maria.
(b) Regina.
(c) Angie.
(d) Rose.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first person Rose meets at St. Elizabeth's?

2. What is Sister Evangeline's special gift?

3. What does Son have added to his tattoo?

4. What religion does Rose practice?

5. What physical ailment does Rose begin to experience after her wedding?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the unspoken rule between Rose and Son?

2. What does Rose learn about what happens to a girl once she has had her baby and how does this add to the shame overshadowing the home?

3. Describe the amazing find on George Clatterbuck's property and how it saved his little daughter, June.

4. What gifts does Son give Rose for Christmas?

5. How is Son's character contrasted with Rose's character?

6. What happens when Beatrice goes into labor after the holidays?

7. What is the Hotel Louisa and how does it become a home for unwed mothers?

8. What is surprising about Beatrice's delivery and what lie do the girls tell Mother Corinne?

9. Why does Rose feel so much anxiety being married to Thomas?

10. What role does June play in Rose's life?

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