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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Macon breathe a sigh of relief at Rose and Julian's wedding?

2. According to Macon, what is the main reason he can't come to dinner at Muriel's?

3. Why is Rose irritated with Macon after he begins seeing Muriel?

4. Where does Muriel put Macon's hand when he spends the night at her house?

5. What does Julian show Macon that he's going to give to Rose?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Macon's role as a father in the novel.

1. How does he identify as a father-figure to Alexander?

2. How does he compare to the other fathers in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the plot and subplot of "The Accidental Tourist," including the following for both:

1. Rising Action.

2. Climax.

3. Resolution.

Essay Topic 3

The issue of class is significant in the novel. Macon's family is middle-class, while Muriel has a working-class background. When Macon begins to see Muriel, his family do not approve of Muriel because they think she is just out for a meal ticket. How are Macon's reservations about Muriel also about class division?

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