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Our Short History Quiz

Lauren Grodstein

This Study Guide consists of approximately 79 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Our Short History.

Our Short History by Lauren Grodstein

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+Chapters Summary and Analysis

Section 1, Chapter 1

Section 1, Chapter 2

Section 1, Chapter 3

Section 1, Chapter 4

Section 1, Chapter 5

Section 1, Chapter 6

Section 1, Chapter 7

Section 2, Chapter 8

Section 2, Chapter 9

Section 2, Chapter 10

Section 2, Chapter 11

Section 2, Chapter 12

Section 2, Chapter 13

Section 2, Chapter 14

Section 2, Chapter 15

Section 3, Chapter 16

Section 3, Chapter 17

Symbols and Symbolism

Themes and Motifs

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does the platinum ring symbolize? (from Section 2, Chapter 9)

Family and resilience.

Continuity.

Faith and diligence.

Steadfastness.

2.

Why is missing a meal significant to Karen? (from Section 1, Chapter 1)

Missing meals makes Allison worry about her.

Missing a meal means she gets an hour of peace and quiet.

It means an hour of time with Jacob missed that she will never get back.

Her doctor has advised her not to miss meals if at all possible, as she needs to keep her strength up.

3.

Why does Karen decide to keep her wig on all the time? (from Section 1, Chapter 5)

Having hair loss irritates her scalp and the wig acts as protection.

It makes her feel more confident than not wearing it.

To present a semblance of health for Jacob's sake.

The wig cost Allison a lot of money and she wants to show she appreciates it.

4.

Who is Asha? (from Section 1, Chapter 3)

A local girl Ross meets in Guatemala.

Ross's volunteer project leader.

Ross's love interest.

Camilla's friend.

5.

Why are the stars significant to Karen? (from Section 1, Chapter 7)

Her father taught her how to recognize the constellations.

They make her feel as though Heaven may exist.

She does not get to see stars often due to light pollution in New York.

Looking at them makes her feel relaxed and forget about her pains.

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