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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. Janey thinks that Lupe's dress makes Lupe's skin look ___________________.

2. What does Janey do when she is angry at the person in #83?

3. What is Lupe's last name?

4. Janey has to stop herself from taking ________________ that looks so enticing.

5. What is notable about Janey's biological mother?

Short Essay Questions

1. What conclusion does Janey come to regarding Lupe's skin color?

2. Where is Janey invited to go with the Romeros?

3. What is Bounce's role on the ranch and what authority does he say he has regarding rent?

4. How old is Janey Larkin and what is she doing as the novel begins?

5. What is the image on the blue willow plate?

6. What is unspoken between Janey and Lupe regarding the ride ticket that Lupe gives Janey?

7. Why is Janey jealous of Lupe?

8. What is known about Janey's mother and the woman she calls Mom?

9. Why does Janey decide not to make any effort to see if there are any kids living in the Mexican family nearby?

10. Why is paying rent good news for Janey?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Mrs. Larkin. What did she look like? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

Essay Topic 2

Doris Gates is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphor, and irony, and briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

BLUE WILLOW is a classic example of historical fiction. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category?

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