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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What two symbols are dominant in "Blood-Burning Moon"?

2. What are the two workers joking about that Tom overhears?

3. According to Bob, what could he have done in the time of masters and slaves?

4. Where does Bob stumble after getting his throat cut?

5. What does Bob hear the men talking about at the campfire?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss blood as a symbol in the story.

1) What is the significance of the title?

2) Where does blood appear and in what context?

3) What is the meaning of blood?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the tone of "Blood-Burning Moon." Describe the tone and how it affects the story's overall meaning.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the Point of View in "Blood-Burning Moon."

1) What is the difference between omniscient POV and limited POV?

2) What characters do we have access to in terms of their thoughts and feelings?

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