The Farming of Bones Test | Final Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 117 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Farming of Bones Test | Final Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 117 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Amabelle visit Kongo?

2. What warning does Dr. Javier bring to Amabelle?

3. How does Amabelle plan on crossing the border?

4. How does Sebastien visit Amabelle now that he is dead?

5. What does Amabelle do for several days after arriving at the clinic?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Edwidge Danticat is a Haitian immigrant who came to the U.S. in 1969 when she was 12 years old. Knowing this piece of information:

1) Discuss how you think her background influenced the creation of this novel.

2) Discuss the viewpoints she likely brings to the novel.

3) Critique the novel's point of view. Is it more or less trustworthy? Is it more or less biased? Why?

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the bold and non-bold chapters in the novel. Focus on:

1) The similarities and differences in topics discussed in these chapters.

2) The similarities and differences in tone and mood of these chapters.

3) The similarities and differences in language used in these chapters.

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

In The Farming of Bones, a few minor characters have a major impact on the story line. Select two of the following minor characters to analyze: Papi, Senor Pico, Kongo, Yves, Man Rapadou. Discuss:

1) The personality (character traits) of this character.

2) The relationship between this minor character and the major characters in the story.

3) The impact of this character on the story line--How does s/he influence the overall story line? How would the story be different if this character was removed?

(see the answer keys)

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