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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 is Reuben Foster's concern about the news coverage of his town?

2. What arrangement was made so that Karen could leave her job on beneficial terms?

3. What does Lomax say can happen when one group is given the power to censor?

4. During her appearance on television, on which point did Deirdre state her agreement with Kate?

5. At the beginning of Chapter 11, some students object to staying in what sort of class?

Short Essay Questions

1. What rights does Ken Dickenson say he is defending when he speaks on behalf of "Huckleberry Finn"?

2. For what reason does Deirdre suggest Pride and Prejudice might be offensive?

3. What analogy does Reuben Foster use for the banning of books?

4. Deirdre and Kate both state that freedom can be dangerous. Explain their individual points of view.

5. Why did Moore's request that Charles Dickens' "Our Mutual Friend" be removed from the library prove to be "the last straw" for Karen Salters, and how did she respond to Principal Moore?

6. What further complaints have been made against "Huckleberry Finn" and by whom have they been made?

7. How does Maggie Crowley threaten Principal Moore as he attempts to block Barney's article from being published?

8. What results from Barney's article being published?

9. What reasons were given for the decision to ban "Huckleberry Finn" at the school?

10. What repercussions does Maggie Crowley suggest could result from Barney publishing his article?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses symbolism to convey some of the core themes of the novel. Write an essay explaining the meaning behind the author's use of symbolism.

Essay Topic 2

A number of different literary works are mentioned in the novel. What do these novels have in common? After reading the novel, what do you believe the author's view on freedom of the press is?

Essay Topic 3

Racism is one of the main themes of the novel. Discuss the dangers of racism, whether real or perceived.

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