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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tom do when the joking men laugh at him?

2. How does Louisa respond to Tom's question about her and Bob?

3. Where does Bob stumble after getting his throat cut?

4. Why does Bob not believe the gossip about Louisa and Tom?

5. After getting his throat cut, what does Bob tell the white people he meets?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the tone of "Blood-Burning Moon." Describe the tone and how it affects the story's overall meaning.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the Harlem Renaissance.

1) Define the Harlem Renaissance.

2) What musicians, artists, and writers are parts of this movement?

3) How was "Cane" a part of the Harlem Renaissance.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss fire as a symbol in the story.

1) Where does fire appear and in what context?

2) What is the meaning of fire?

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