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

Short Answer Questions

1. Tom listens to an old black man tell stories of white folks, cotton picking, and what?

2. What has Tom spent time in jail for?

3. According to Bob, what could he have done in the time of masters and slaves?

4. What did Louisa's neighbors used to listen to?

5. Where is Bob as Louisa and Tom talk about their relationship?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss blood as a symbol in the story.

1) What is the significance of the title?

2) Where does blood appear and in what context?

3) What is the meaning of blood?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the importance of setting in "Blood-Burning Moon" in terms of class and race divisions.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the role of race in the story.

1) How does race influence the characters' actions?

2) What role does race have in the plot?

3) What are the consequences of racism?

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