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

Short Answer Questions

1. What place had Lou Ann avoided since Dwayne Ray was born?

2. Who is Cynthia?

3. What happened to Scotty?

4. In Chapter 11, from where does Lou Ann receive a package?

5. Mattie informs Taylor that Esteban and Esperanza will move away. Where will they go?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 13, Taylor receives news that she may lose Turtle due to the legal adoption system. Taylor has grown attached to Turtle, yet it is still a tough decision as to whether or not she should give Turtle up to the authorities. Why is the decision so difficult for Taylor, given the knowledge on the relationship between Taylor and Turtle?

Essay Topic 2

Turtle facilitates many changes in Taylor's character throughout the novel, yet Turtle herself is not a highly developed character. Why do you think this is? Could Turtle be a representative for something else? If so, what?

Essay Topic 3

Mattie is a strong older woman who appears to be very wise. Kingsolver uses Mattie as a vessel to project socio-political ideals. Do you believe that Mattie is a surrogate for Kingsolver? Why or why not?

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