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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. How long is the drive to Owensboro?

2. What amazing thing happens on George Clatterbuck's farm?

3. What does Rose never ask Son about?

4. Which one of the nuns used to deliver babies at the home?

5. What is Rose's position on the baby?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why did Rose decide to marry Thomas Clinton?

3. Who was the girl named Cecilia that Son got his tattoo for?

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

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

6. Why do Rose and Angie not think they will have to help Beatrice with her plan?

7. How does Rose show disregard for Son's feelings especially regarding the name Cecilia?

8. 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?

9. What advice does Father O'Donnell give Rose when she learns she is pregnant?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Thomas and Son. Both men have been a big part of Rose's life but have their hold on her in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the ongoing conflict between Rose and Son. What are the main sources of the conflicts? Why does it perpetuate? Why can Rose not bear any close attachments, especially her marriage to Son?

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