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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. What never happens in spite of Papa's best efforts?

2. What does Robert do at the death of Pinky?

3. How much money does Mama give Robert to spend at the fair?

4. What does Papa mean when he tells Robert they should go "get it done."

5. What does Robert know about his life at this point?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Robert hear his mother and aunt discussing in Chapter 9?

2. Why does Mama send Robert out to hunt for a gray squirrel?

3. What happens when Papa, Robert and Mr. Hillman leave the cemetery?

4. What good news does Robert get in Chapter 9?

5. Explain Mama's position on Widow Bascom's situation.

6. How does Robert like the experience of showing Mr. Tanner's oxen?

7. What is the scenario of Robert's return from the fair?

8. What is the impact of Robert's incorrect smoking of the apple orchard?

9. What do Papa and Robert find in the cemetery?

10. Why is Robert so alarmed at Pinky's breeding/

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Papa tries to encourage Robert to do the right thing at all times even though it may also be very hard. Cite three examples in the book where Robert does the right thing in spite of what his heart would rather do.

Essay Topic 2

The scene where Pinky is bred by Samson is a turning point for Robert in a few ways. Evaluate the scene and cite at least three ways that indicate that Robert is maturing.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Papa's evolving relationship with Robert. How does he gently guide him into becoming a man and being able to take over the farm?

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