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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Lipsha agree to meet in Fargo?

2. What does Lulu do as she is taken to the police cars?

3. What did Zelda's father do to Lulu's house?

4. Why do federal agents come to Lulu's house?

5. Where is Xavier Toose's house?

Short Essay Questions

1. What makes Shawnee feel warm in her apartment at school?

2. What happens when Lulu is arrested?

3. Describe the memory Shawnee has of her father during the powwow.

4. Why does Shawnee say she has a strong feeling of Lipsha's presence in Chapter 26?

5. What happens to Lipsha during his spiritual fast?

6. What happens between Lipsha and the motel Bible in Chapter 14?

7. Why does Lyman dance during his fast?

8. Who does Gerry mostly think about in jail?

9. Where does Lyman find strength during his spiritual quest?

10. What do Albertine and Zelda talk about when they are alone in Chapter 19?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several dreams in "The Bingo Palace." Choose three dreams and summarize them. Then compare and contrast the dreams. What are their purposes? Who is involved? What happens as a result of the dream?

Essay Topic 2

How does Gerry Nanapush propel the plot development of "The Bingo Palace," especially for Lipsha? Why does the author use this character for this reason? Describe Gerry and his actions. What does this character represent? How is he a catalyst in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Cars make frequent appearances in "The Bingo Palace." Describe each time a car is used in the plot. How do these cars reflect the characters involved? How do the cars add to the conflict of the novel? What do the cars represent?

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