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

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Jack ask Anne?

2. What bombshell does Jack drop on Anne?

3. Why does Jack go to see Lucy who is staying at her sister's house?

4. What happens between Jack and Anne the summer Jack is 20?

5. Where does Anne live after her father's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author inserts a surprising story in as Chapter 4 regarding the Mastern family. What lessons is the author trying to teach in this chapter? Is it the evil of slavery? The sins of marital infidelity? The burden of guilt and remorse? Explain your position.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme of good vs. evil in the novel. Who/what represents good? Who/what represents evil? How do they co-exist or do they? What is the final confrontation?

Essay Topic 3

What is the symbolism of Jack Burden's name? Do you feel that he carries a burden? Or is Jack himself the burden?

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