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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who calls Macon at a hotel in Winnipeg?

2. What does Muriel give Macon after they come home from Christmas dinner?

3. How does Macon feel about his burgeoning relationship with Muriel?

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

5. What does Mrs. Dugan tell Macon about Muriel's past?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the treatment of animals in the novel.

1. How does Edward figure as a major character?

2. What are some similarities between Macon and his dog?

3. Why is it significant that Edward was Ethan's dog?

4. What major changes does Macon go through regarding his relationship with him?

Essay Topic 2

Holidays function as significant events for Macon and his family. Discuss the family dynamics at Thanksgiving and Christmas, and what they reveal about the characters' relationships with one another.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss conflict in "The Accidental Tourist," discussing the following scenarios:

1. Macon's conflict with society.

2. Macon's conflict with Sarah.

3. Macon's conflict with Muriel.

4. Macon's conflict with himself.

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