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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 idea does M.C. put into Peter's head?

2. In Chapter 18, how do the black church members help the white church members?

3. How is Governor Wallace disabled?

4. At the start of Chapter 24, whom does Peter call?

5. Where is Peter at the beginning of Chapter 24?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapters 15 and 16, Peter finds himself isolated from the men at work. What causes this rift?

2. What is Cooper's impression of the Farm?

3. What is the significance of the diner experience Peter has at the end of Chapter 25.

4. What is Peter's impression of Stephen Gaskin?

5. Describe Peter's church experience while living with the Oliver family in Chapter 13.

6. In Chapter 22 there is a terrible accident. Describe this event.

7. Describe M.C Jenkins. What important role does he play in Peter's life?

8. What happens during Peter's meeting with Governor Wallace? How does Peter's opinion of Governor Wallace change?

9. How does being on the Farm influence Peter in a positive way?

10. Describe Peter's relationship with Cooper.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a great deal of political and social unrest at the time A Walk Across America takes place. How do outside events influence an author's writing? Is it necessary for a reader to have knowledge of the events that occur at the time a book is written? Why or why not? How would your reading of A Walk Across America change without the understanding of events occurring at the time of Peter's travels? Cite examples from the book and explain your reasoning.

Essay Topic 2

Through the course of his journey Peter meets many people. Describe the individual you believe impacts Peter in the most positive way. How do they change Peter for the better? Does Peter change that individual? What are the circumstances surrounding their meeting? Then describe the individual you believe impacts Peter in the most negative fashion. How do they change Peter for the worse? Does Peter change this individual? Support your opinion with examples from the text.

Essay Topic 3

In all of the photos Peter selects to show the readers, there are none of his wife Barbara. Why do you believe he omits these pictures? Use examples from the book to support your conclusion.

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