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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. In Chapter 13, where does Peter meet the Oliver brothers?

2. What gift does Peter give the Oliver family at the end of Chapter 17?

3. As Peter is walking in Chapter 24, a pickup truck pulls over next to him. What does the driver of the truck yell at Peter?

4. How does Peter feel when he leaves M.C's place?

5. In Chapter 23, Peter is debating traveling to which two states?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Peter torn between two destinations at the start of Chapter 23? Which state does he decide to go to?

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

3. Describe Peter's relationship with Cooper.

4. Describe the Oliver family home.

5. What happens to Peter in the country store in Chapter 26?

6. How is the accident in Chapter 22 going to change Peter's journey?

7. How does the act of nature that occurs in Chapter 17 pull together the town?

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

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

10. What is Peter's job like while living in Murphy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Barbara ultimately decides to travel with Peter across the country. What made her decide to do so? Do you agree that she made the right choice? Why or why not? Use examples to prove your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Peter describes a dream he has before moving in with the Oliver family. Describe the dream Peter has. What is the significance of this dream? How does this dream come true?

Essay Topic 3

Dialect is often used in dialogue in A Walk Across America. How is the use of dialect beneficial to the story? How is the use of dialect a distraction? Cite examples from the text and explain your position. Why do you think Peter Jenkins uses dialect in his book?

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