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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 what significant day does Daisy put flowers on Leo Bauer's grave?

2. How long has Daisy known Idella?

3. How has Daisy done her hair during the time she is disoriented?

4. On her way to Christmas dinner, what does Daisy say Florine would die before doing?

5. Who is Boolie's mother?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Daisy not like where Hoke picks her up from temple the first time?

2. What was Daisy's childhood like?

3. What exactly is a Pullman porter?

4. Why does Hoke find Daisy's request to check the air conditioner before their long trip so ridiculous?

5. Why is Daisy so bothered by Florine's Christmas decorations and celebrations?

6. What does Daisy say Old Man Freitag would definitely not approve of during the holidays?

7. How does Daisy react when Hoke tells her the temple has been bombed?

8. Why does Hoke know how to drive on ice?

9. How long has Hoke been looking for work when he first meets Boolie?

10. Who taught Daisy what (little) she knows about cars?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Choose one character from the novel and discuss how that character's race both limits and does not limit what Uhry is able to do with them as a character.

Essay Topic 2

Why does Hoke appear to neglect his family so much? Is this a reflection on his character and his character's values, or is it simply a convenient plot device? Make sure to use specific examples from the text to support your position.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Hoke and Boolie. Make sure your argument essay uses specific examples from the text to support your position.

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