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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. Why does the narrator try to break down Holly's door?

2. Where is Holly from?

3. What would Holly rather have than a dishonest heart?

4. According to Holly, how many lovers has she had?

5. What is Mag positive of upon Holly and Jose's return to Key West?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does the narrator call to get bail for Holly?

2. Why does the narrator wish to see the reunion between Doc and Holly?

3. How has the narrator's and Holly's relationship matured?

4. Where do Holly and Jose go while Rusty and Mag are in the hospital, and how do the patients react?

5. How does Joe Bell react to Holly leaving?

6. Why does the narrator pay special attention to the man hanging around Holly's mailbox?

7. What scandal breaks out that involves Holly?

8. Why is the narrator suffering from the "mean reds" during his ride on the subway?

9. What happens while Holly and the narrator go horseback riding in the park?

10. How does Holly's life begin to change after the death of her brother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The narrator not only tells the reader the story, but he is also right in the middle of the action. Through his voice, and through the shared opinions of those around him, the reader is able to form an opinion of the narrator. What sort of person is he? What are his defining characteristics? What struggles does he face throughout the narrative and how does he overcome them?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Capote's use of names to describe the personalities of the characters. What effect does this have on the story? Why does Capote choose to leave the narrator nameless?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Capote's use of foreshadowing. What are some examples, and what do they hint at?

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