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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. Of what does Albert remind Chris?

2. As the atmosphere worsens, what happens to Chris' thoughts and behavior?

3. What shapes a person's soul?

4. What does Albert insist Chris learn about reincarnation?

5. How does Ann's house appear to Chris as he approaches it?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Chris next try to make a connection and what is the result?

2. How does Chris use gratitude to help his frame of mind and to reach out again to Ann?

3. What does Albert say about Hell?

4. Describe the first meeting between Chris and Ann.

5. Describe Albert and Chris' initial entry into the Lower Realms.

6. How does Chris decide where and with whom to reincarnate?

7. What happens to Chris when he is tricked by a gang of men in the Lower Realm?

8. What is the result of Chris having a grateful attitude?

9. What crosses in front of Chris on the driveway of Ann's home in Hell and what might be the symbolism of the scene?

10. What could Ann have done differently on Earth following the death of Chris which would have not resulted in her being where she is?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Chris learns that Albert keeps track of certain family members who have died; that families do not have the same ties in Summerland as they do on earth. Discuss the following:

1. How does Chris react when he learns that relationships in Summerland (Heaven) are similar as on Earth?

2. Do you think relationships would be different from or similar to the way one's relationships are on Earth (assume for the moment that there is life after death, even if you do not believe it)?

3. Even though relationships in Summerland are similar to that on Earth, do you think Chris could change the relationship with his father if Chris wanted to? What about if the father is unwilling?

Essay Topic 2

Despite Chris' intense love for his wife, Ann, he is unable to make a connection with her while she is still in the physical plane and barely manages to get her to acknowledge his existence in the spirit world. Discuss the following:

1. There's a cliché that suggests that "love conquers all." What does love fail to conquer in the story and what does love conquer in the story?

2. Ann's refusal to feel Chris's connection seems to be motivated by her head, rather than heart. Do you think this is true? Why? Give examples.

3. In what other ways do you see the existence of love in the story?

Essay Topic 3

In the first couple chapters, it is obvious to the reader that Chris has died, yet Chris has not yet realized this fact. Discuss the following:

What are some of the clues that should relay to Chris the fact that he is dead?

Why do you think Chris gets angry at the voice that tells him not to fight dying?

Why do you think he ignores those clues?

What does Chris believe about himself in Chapters 1 and 2? Is there any basis for this belief?

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