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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 does Julia suggest she and Bridie go on the roof?

2. What does Julia say she treasures about Bridie, in "Black (Pages 235-265)"?

3. When Honor White is whispering the Rosary, how does Julia describe the way she is gripping each bead?

4. Does inserting a catheter in Mary help progress labor?

5. What does Bridie call Mary O’Rahilly’s husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Julia say to Bridie regarding Bridie's helpfulness in "Blue"?

2. Why does Julia somewhat regret standing up to Sister Luke?

3. How does Julia react to Bridie's kiss? Why does she react this way?

4. Why does Dr. Lynn listen to classical music on her gramophone?

5. What details does Julia miss that reveal that Mary's husband is abusive?

6. Why does Julia avoid asking Mary if she is ready to push?

7. Why does Julia not tell Tim where she bought his motorcycle?

8. What is Sister Luke's response when Julia asks if the unwed mothers may take their babies home?

9. From where does the term influenza come? Why is it called this?

10. To what story does Bridie compare Mary and her baby as she watches Mary nurse her baby?

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

A great deal of medical terms are used throughout this book. What are at least three terms used? What are their meanings? Why might the author choose to use medical terminology? How does it affect the story and the reader's experience?

Essay Topic 3

Honor White is to be an unwed mother for a second time. How is she viewed by Sister Luke? How does Julia's view of her differ? How might Honor feel about her situation? Use details from the story to support your response.

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