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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 a typically cheerful woman in the church become morose?

2. What was Anne hoping for on this night?

3. Anne gets good grades in high school in spite of _________________________.

4. Who does Anne befriend when she is sixteen?

5. According to Anne's parents, only the ______________ believe.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Anne's plan of forgiveness when she realizes that she is one of those Christians who does not forgive?

2. How does Anne describe her church family?

3. What decision-making process does Anne use when determining whether or not she should let Sam go paragliding?

4. How does Anne learn that she receives grace to overcome and endure?

5. When does Anne first encounter Jesus?

6. What does Anne consider to be the first miracle she witnesses?

7. How is Anne part of another little miracle?

8. Describe Anne's life at 28.

9. Describe Anne's trip to the beach when she tries to get rid of a headache.

10. What role does alcohol play in Anne's home life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anne has difficulty in finding a man to replace her father in her life. Is this normal for women who have lost their fathers? Why does Anne compare this process to "an old dog suit"? Is Anne hopeful for love in her future or not? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Anne recalls spending time with her father as he protests for or against social causes. Why does Anne spend time in controversial episodes? Is it her nature? Or does she just want to be close to her father? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Anne Lamott writes with much wry humor. Point out your favorite humorous scenario. What makes it funny for you? Now point out a funny phrase or word that Anne uses. How is it funny? Will most people find Anne's writing humorous or does it appeal only to certain people?

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