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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Taylor and Esteban throw when they make a wish late in the novel?

2. Who are Taylor, Esteban, and Esperanza stopped by on their drive?

3. What type of vehicle to does Mattie drive?

4. What news does Taylor receive at the beginning of chapter 10?

5. Where does Lou Ann get a job?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain what it means to you that Mattie has never changed the name of the tire shop given that she may not completely agree the religious fanaticism of her late husband. Do you believe that the name gives her something to hold onto? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 8, Taylor learns from Estevan that Roosevelt Park actually was named for Eleanor, rather than Franklin or Theodore. What could Taylor's prior notions regarding the park mean? Why is the fact important to the story? Why did the author decided to incorporate it? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

It could be argued that the author takes a feminist's view of the world in the novel. Do you believe that the tone of the novel is that of a feminist? Why or why not? Be sure to include in text citations to support your claim.

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