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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. Why is Dr. Lynn satisfied with the type of thread she used for Delia's sutures?

2. What is NOT something Julia says the nurses did during their hour breaks, prior to the pandemic?

3. What is NOT a clue given that Delia is in early labor?

4. What is used instead of cotton swabs due to a shortage?

5. Where does Julia tell Delia her daughter has gone?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Julia tell Dr. Lynn what she did to try to keep Delia from tearing?

2. How does Julia describe what she calls a “weird malady?”

3. What are four nicknames given for the deadly influenza pandemic?

4. How did Julia receive her nurses training, and how long has Julia worked as a nurse?

5. What are two of Groyne's euphemisms for death? What does Julia think of them?

6. Describe the makeshift shrine that Julia passes in "Red."

7. What is Bridie's reaction to the cafeteria food at the hospital? How does this compare to Julia's response to it?

8. What is done with Delia's stilborn baby's body? Why is it not an issue, according to Julia?

9. In "Red," how long has it been since England has had a general election? When do they plan to have another one?

10. What are two examples given at the beginning of "Red" that there is disease in the city?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Along with medical knowledge of the early twentieth century, there are several mentions of old wives' tales regarding medical care. Give two examples and describe what Julia thinks of them. Why might they continue with these antiquated practices?

Essay Topic 2

There are many tragic events in this story. Describe two of them. How is Julia affected by them? Overall, would you consider this book a tragedy? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Multiple times Julia berates herself for thinking about her patients when she is off-duty. Why does she believe she should not think about her patients? Do you believe this is a good idea? Why or why not? What are other ways she could deal with her thoughts that weigh heavily upon her?

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