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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 runs the kitchen at St. Elizabeth's?

2. Who is the hitchhiker Rose picks up in Oklahoma?

3. What is Rose's demeanor toward Son?

4. What does Son have added to his tattoo?

5. How long may the girls shop before returning to the home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Rose decide to do after the trauma of Beatrice's experience?

2. How does Son show that he is interested in Rose?

3. What does Sister Evangeline tell Rose and Angie about their unborn babies?

4. Describe Rose and the role that religion plays in her life.

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

6. What did Rose think a sign from God would guide her to someday?

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

8. What was Rose's relationship with her mother?

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

10. What goes through Rose's mind as she drives from California to Kentucky?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Rose. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Rose?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the book and note why they are examples of irony.

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