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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. What does Suzette think when she is ill in Chapter 4?
2. What is one thing the slaves receive for Christmas in Chapter 3?
3. To whom is Suzette nursemaid?
4. What is Clement preparing to do in Chapter 13?
5. What does Suzette say about the relationship between Doralise and Philippe?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Elisabeth treat Suzette after Suzette gives birth to Gerant?
2. What present is mentioned in Chapter 13 that Clement is making for Philomene?
3. Who is Suzette's father, and what does he do?
4. Why does Suzette steal some eggs and take them to Palmire?
5. What does Suzette ask Oreline to do, and what is Oreline's response?
6. What do Garasime and Elisabeth say about the slave auction?
7. What does Joseph Ferrier agree to do after Suzette talks to Oreline in Chapter 14?
8. What does Suzette pretend regarding Francoise, but what are Suzette's real feelings?
9. What remark does Suzette make concerning Doralise's relationship with Eugene?
10. With whom is Suzette enamored, but what is her mother's response to that?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Emily's reaction to Joseph's decision to move her out is a testament of her determination and pride. She insists that the children dress in their best clothing and she shows no sign of anger to the men who are moving her possessions.
Do you think Emily’s behavior is healthy or is it another indication of being oppressed? Why or why not? Use examples from Cane River to support your response.
Essay Topic 2
Narcisse tells Philomene that she needs "a man who could protect her." Philomene is unimpressed with the argument, saying that the only thing she actually needs protection from is slavery and that Narcisse isn't going to do that.
What are some of the ways in which Narcisse does protect Philomene, and why do you think he never freed her? Use examples from Cane River to support your response.
Essay Topic 3
Many readers of fiction place themselves in the position of one character, wondering if they would do the same thing as that character. Discuss the following:
Do you think one of the values of literature is to serve as a reflection of oneself? Why or why not? Socrates said "Know thyself." How can reading a book such as Cane River help a reader to know him/herself? Do you find yourself reflecting on your own character and abilities when reading Cane River? Why or why not. Use examples from Cane River and your own life to support your answer.
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