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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. Where does Peg hide while the sheriff searches for her?

2. What does Mack give the Indians in exchange for their guide services?

3. How did Peg kill the farmer who tried to rape her?

4. Jay begins to think that _______________________.

5. News arrives that _______________ has died.

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Jay's political views alienate him from his Virginia neighbors?

2. Why does Lizzie feel forced to comply with the deal made between Gordonson and Sir George?

3. How is Cora blackmailed into giving up Mack's location?

4. What is the outcome of the trials for Cora, Peg, and Mack?

5. How do Mack and Lizzie enlist the help of an Indian to serve as a guide?

6. Why is Lizzie unable to speak for Mack who is in prison?

7. How does Mack begin to prepare for an escape from Mockjack Hall?

8. Who delivers Lizzie's baby, and what are the circumstances surrounding the birth?

9. What advice does Mack give to Lizzie after the death of her baby?

10. Why does Jay not see himself as the overseer at Mockjack Hall?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the setting at the beginning of the novel. Does the author paint a complete picture for the reader? What, if anything, is missing?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the role of the family in A PLACE CALLED FREEDOM. What does it mean for each of the main characters? How does the family evolve in its support of each other? How is life different for someone like Mack who has no real family structure and support?

Essay Topic 3

At the core of A PLACE CALLED FREEDOM is the study of a father and son relationship. Define the relationship between Jay and his father. Why was it so combative? What long-term effect did the relationship have on Jay's life? How does Jay come to terms with this primary relationship?

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