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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. Where is the setting at the beginning of Chapter 16?

3. Where will Turtle be taken if Taylor cannot adopt her?

4. How long will it be before legal action is taken regarding Turtle's adoption?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What do you believe is the overarching theme of the novel as a whole? Why? Describe this theme.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Esteban and Angel are the most prominent male characters in text; however, they are very different from one another. Compare and contrast Angel and Esteban. What do they each symbolize in the novel?

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