Rubyfruit Jungle | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Part 1: Chapter 1

1. Describe Molly.

2. What are the consequences of Molly's being caught in her money-making venture with Broccoli?

3. Why do you think Molly is not terribly concerned about the fact that she is adopted?

4. Why does Molly return home after running away when she learned of being adopted?

Short Essay Question - Part 1: Chapter 2

5. Why does Leroy agree to help Molly with her trick on Earl Stambach?

6. Do you think Molly's trick on Earl Stambach was an...
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