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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. When Connie loses consciousness at the end of Chapter 6, who does she ask for help?

2. When Connie is first interviewed by the head doctor of the experiment, what are the first questions she is asked?

3. Who is Connie overjoyed to see return to the institution?

4. What illegal profession did Claud hold?

5. Why is Dolly fleeing her pimp at the beginning of the book?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the closeness of Luciente's community with nature.

2. Why has the concept of motherhood been removed from Luciente's society?

3. What happens when Geraldo arrives at Connie's apartment?

4. How do the children learn in Luciente's community?

5. What events does Chapter 2 narrate?

6. What is the symbolism of Connie's cell in the hospital?

7. What are the living arrangements for adults in Luciente's community?

8. When Connie firsts sees Dawn, what happens?

9. What are some words that might characterize the future world Luciente describes in Chapter 2?

10. Why does Dolly appear at Connie's door?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Is Connie a hero? Why or why not? Support your answer with examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Explain, using examples from the book, how Connie's experiences in the future give her determination and goals in the present.

Essay Topic 3

Who are the Shapers? What is their importance to the story? How are the Shapers of the present and future similar and different? Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.

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