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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. How long does Dr. Pierce say that Mom needs to stay in bed to recover?
2. Janey notices that Lupe is frightened by _________________ at the contest.
3. The man who picks the most cotton in the contest will win an additional _________________.
4. What had Bounce hoped to trade the willow plate back to the Larkins for?
5. Who brings gifts and fruit to the Larkins' home?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is Janey's frame of mind as she sits watching the ducks on the water?
2. What disease is Mom diagnosed as having?
3. Why does Janey go to the Anderson house prior to the Larkin family's leaving the area and what does she learn from Mr. Anderson regarding her willow plate?
4. Why does Janey attend the Camp School instead of the Regular School?
5. Why is Janey taken with the story of King Arthur and how does Dad say that they also have bravery?
6. Describe the events of the Larkins moving into the place recently vacated by Bounce?
7. Why does the Camp School come to a close?
8. What memory is prompted for Janey when seeing cows outside on a cold night?
9. What does the large pile of firewood at the house signify for Janey?
10. What is the purpose of Miss Peterson's visit to the Larkin house?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain the significance of the book's title. What does the author mean by calling it simply BLUE WILLOW. What is she trying to emphasize with this emphatic style? Suggest three alternate titles for this book with supporting rationale for each one.
Essay Topic 2
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of pride. Identify at least two instances about pride in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Explain Doris Gates' use of regionalism in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances of regionalism and explain why the author used them where she did.
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