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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Rats on the Waterfront," how were the rats brought in?

2. What is the occupation of the man in love with Peggy?

3. Which emotion does Jim feel most?

4. Where do Mitchell and Zimmers have chowder?

5. What is the name of the dragger captain Mitchell meets?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is Hugh Flood a significant character? What characteristics are interesting in this subject? Why is it important to note that he is actually a compilation of different people Mitchell knows?

Essay Topic 2

What role does the theme of anger play in Up in the Old Hotel and Other Stories? Describe at least three ways in which Mitchell develops this theme.

Essay Topic 3

Who is the intended audience of Up in the Old Hotel and Other Stories? How do you know? Analyze the role diction and other literary devices play in shaping an ideal audience for this collection of short stories.

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