A Virtuous Woman Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 110 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

A Virtuous Woman Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 110 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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 recalling her diagnosis, what does Ruby think of?

2. After finally having enough of John, what did Ruby do?

3. What does Jack think of Ruby's dying request?

4. What did Burr tell Lonnie he thought of Tiny Fran?

5. Who is Jack's wife?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Ruby marry John Woodrow?

2. Why did Frances Hoover want Ruby to serve at Tiny Fran's wedding?

3. What did Ruby and Jack's mother have in common?

4. How did Jack's father die?

5. What kind of person was Tiny Fran?

6. What was Jack's first impression of Ruby?

7. How did Jack acquire his gun, and what did he use it for?

8. After they were married, how did John Woodrow treat Ruby?

9. When Jack shot his gun, what did Ruby think of and why didn't she tell Jack?

10. What did Jack think of John Woodrow?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Although death and grief are recurring themes in "A Virtuous Woman", the story does contain some comic relief; for example, the appearance of Mavis and her behavior. Cite other examples of comic relief from within the text and explain not only how it enhances the story but also why it is necessary.

Essay Topic 2

Select a character, such as John Woodrow, Tiny Fran, or Ruby Pitt Woodrow, and explain there views regarding entitlement of status. Be sure to cite examples from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Ruby gives up her ownership of land that she inherited while Jack feels a sense of ownership for fields he has no title for. Explore why both character's feelings are both right as well as wrong.

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