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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Codi realize as a result of the way Loyd's family treats her?
2. Who made the item that Codi brings to Hallie's funeral?
3. Where has the kidnapped person been taken?
4. Whom did the Gracela sisters marry?
5. Whose grave is Codi decorating in Chapter 28?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Examine the various literary devices Kingsolver uses in the novel, for example, foreshadowing or symbolism. What are the devices Kingsolver uses? Why does she choose to use them? How effective is Kingsolver's use of each of these literary devices? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast the characters of Loyd and Carlo. What are the major differences between the two? What characteristics does Loyd have that make him a better match for Codi than Carlo? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.
Essay Topic 3
Examine the concept of animal dreams. What is the significance of Codi and Loyd's discussion about animal dreams? Why is it such an important concept in the novel? How does it relate to Codi's life? Why do you think Kingsolver chose to title the novel "Animal Dreams"? What, if anything, can be inferred about the author because of that decision? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.
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