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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Lou Ann's brother see himself in the future?

2. Why did Esperanza and Esteban need to look different in Chapter 16?

3. Where will Taylor drive Esperanza Esteban in Chapter 13?

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

5. What do Taylor and Esteban rent in Chapter 15?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Toward the end of the novel, Lou Ann moves on to another man. Do you believe that she and her new boyfriend will share a similar relationship to that of she and Angel? Why? Why not?

Essay Topic 2

Growing up in Pittman, Kentucky, Taylor was often compared to Newt Harbine. After Newt's death, Taylor seemed determined to flee Pittman. Did she fear that she may end up like Newt? Do you believe that Taylor is similar to Newt? How? Why do you think this?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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