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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. On the way to Nebraska, where does Dalva set up camp for the night?

2. Dalva learns she is being followed by whom?

3. Who declares she is not pregnant?

4. Where was Duane when he was dying?

5. What is Michael's job?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Michael admit he is and is not interested in?

2. Who does Northridge speak of befriending?

3. What causes an argument between Dalva and Michael?

4. Discuss the birth of Dalva's son.

5. How do Dalva and Duane meet?

6. Discuss Dalva's family tree.

7. Discuss the phone conversation between Dalva and Ruth.

8. How does Duane die?

9. What happens while Michael and Lundquist are at the Lazy Daze Tavern?

10. Discuss Michael's letter to Dalva.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the value of love in the story. Does love appear to be something that is valued and respected? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of heritage in the novel and the role it plays in the story.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the role of government in the novel and the positive and negative influence it has in the story.

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