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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what point does the woman's soul leave her in "Calling Jesus"?

2. Which law is referenced as affecting Seventh Street?

3. In "Storm Ending", to what is the thunder compared?

4. At what age does the speaker begin to tell the story of Avey?

5. How does Avey initially feel about the speaker?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout "Cane," we are given examples of metaphorical imagery. Using examples from the text, detail the author's use of metaphor as a means to purvey the pain and sorrow of the African-American experience in the South.

Essay Topic 2

Temptation and the wrath of God are common themes examined in "Cane". Using at least three examples, where do we see these themes playing out? What are characters tempted by, and how do they deal with these temptations? What is the anticipated or seen reaction of God?

Essay Topic 3

In "Cane," we see examples of both technology and nature. Where do we see both taking place? How are they portrayed? Does Toomer present one in a positive or negative light? Why might the comparison be made? Are they representative of anything?

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