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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rosacoke resist Wesley's romantic advances?
(a) He smells bad.
(b) He has never declared love for her.
(c) He has hurt her feelings.
(d) It is against her religion.

2. Why is Rosacoke annoyed with Wesley at the picnic?
(a) He flirts with the other girls.
(b) He chews with his mouth open.
(c) He spits when he talks.
(d) He wipes his mouth on his sleeve.

3. What is Rosacoke riding on when the story begins?
(a) Motorcycle.
(b) Horse.
(c) Bicycle.
(d) Scooter.

4. Which of the following does Rosacoke NOT wish to get from Wesley?
(a) Commitment.
(b) Rejection.
(c) Love.
(d) Dedication.

5. Who else arrived with Willie and her fiance on the plane?
(a) Wesley.
(b) Willie's boss.
(c) Wesley's new wife.
(d) Willie's sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Rosacoke mad at Wesley at the end of the chapter?

2. What does Rosacoke do after the funeral?

3. What does Rosacoke look for in the woods?

4. What is Milo's wife's name?

5. What is Rosacoke's mother's name?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Rosacoke's refusal to be average position her for having a better life than those around her?

2. What does Rosacoke want Wesley to do after he disappoints her at the picnic?

3. When during the pageant does Rosacoke know what her relationship with Wesley really is?

4. Describe Wesley's behavior at the picnic and why Rosacoke is so annoyed with him.

5. Explain the social and cultural significance of the scene at the pond.

6. Who barges into Mr. Isaac's home in search of Rosacoke?

7. What is Rosacoke's major dilemma as presented in Chapter 1?

8. How is it that Wesley drives Rosacoke home?

9. How does Willie Duke create a stir with her return home?

10. What is the dilemma that Rosacoke faces about making decisions about Wesley and her pregnancy?

(see the answer keys)

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