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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Granny busy with when Mama was growing up?

2. Bone is giggling at the puppies when a Ford pulled up. Who is in the Ford?

3. Uncle Earle brings something to Aunt Raylene's house to help make Bone feel better. What is it?

4. After Mama gets Bone to the car, what does she do?

5. The special item that Bone fishes out of the river is carried home in a sack along with what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Symbolism is an important component in "Bastard Out of Carolina." Choose either the love knot or the hook, and describe its symbolism in the story.

Essay Topic 2

Foreshadowing can be an effective tool in hinting to the reader. This literary tool is used in "Bastard Out of Carolina." Find 3 examples of foreshadowing and describe how they indicate events to come.

Essay Topic 3

As in "Bastard Out of Carolina," keeping secrets contributes in the continuation of abuse. Explain why people--both adults and children--keep abuse a secret. In your opinion, what is the best time for Bone to expose the secret and why?

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