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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. Why does Ginny start to scream when she sees what is in #43?

2. What did the Indian doctor swathe Ginny in during her visit?

3. Who is the preacher who holds the first church service Ginny attends?

4. What type of church service does Ginny attend with her father?

5. Why does Tom accuse Ginny of not obeying the Bible?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens at the revival where the perpetrators yell about "baptisms of fire"?

2. Describe Locke's encounter with a demon-possessed man in the Philippines.

3. Describe Ginny's experience when she begins to speak in tongues.

4. What was the result of Ginny's following the Indian doctor's advice?

5. What will fire come to symbolize in Ginny and Tom's relationship?

6. What was Ginny's opinion of her looks all through her life?

7. What does Tom accomplish on the farm, and why is Ginny fearful that Pa may resent his work?

8. What could be a very important reason from his childhood that prevents Tom from giving more than Ginny thinks he should?

9. What is a pound party and what is its purpose?

10. Where do Ginny and Tom get married and where do they plan to live?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe some of the settings for the story. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did the author choose to use these places in the story?

Essay Topic 2

There are several events of foreshadowing in the book. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

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