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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 much was the mule listed for on the sign in "Love in the Time of Chaos"?

2. Who was Achilles' father in Greek mythology?

3. What profession had Carey's father had previously?

4. At what high school did Penelope work while raising her sons?

5. What do the "Two Treasure Chests" refer to in metaphor in the chapter with the same title?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Penelope respond when Matthew refused to practice piano in his youth?

2. What illness did Penelope develop and how did it affect her?

3. What does Michael give Clay to take to Carey in Part 6?

4. Who is Claudia Kirkby and what is her importance in the novel?

5. Who is Jimmy Hartnell and what role does he play in the novel?

6. What does the clothing peg carried by Clay represent?

7. Why does Clay blame himself for Carey's death?

8. Why is Henry beaten up when he arrives home after Clay's return in Part 5?

9. What is the symbolic significance of the mattress at The Surrounds?

10. How did Carey ultimately begin training as a jockey?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the symbolism of the typewriter in Bridge of Clay. Who originally owned the typewriter? Where is it found by Matthew? What does it mean to the Dunbar family?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and discuss the character of Michael Dunbar in Bridge of Clay. To whom was Michael first married? What happened to their marriage? When and where did he meet Penelope? What led Michael to leave his family?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze and discuss the character of Penelope Dunbar. Where was Penelope born and raised? What was her childhood like? How did Penelope get to Australia? When and where did she meet Michael?

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