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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Soon after the marriage, Parker discovers that his wife likes _____________.
(a) Nothing.
(b) Apples.
(c) Gold.
(d) Fast cars.

2. What is Parker's reaction when his wife throws him out of the house?
(a) Happy.
(b) Angry.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Relieved.

3. Why does Francis return to Mason's property?
(a) To collect his clothes.
(b) To sell more moonshine.
(c) To get some food.
(d) To visit Mason's grave.

4. What ends the relationship between Mason and Francis?
(a) Francis runs away.
(b) Mason goes crazy.
(c) Francis goes to college.
(d) Mason dies.

5. Which of the following does NOT characterize Julian in relation to his mother?
(a) Sullen.
(b) Engaged.
(c) Rude.
(d) Dismissive.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom had Francis lived before being taken in by Mason?

2. What kind of equipment is involved in Parker's accident?

3. Why does Claud need to see the doctor?

4. What is the surname of the family in A VIEW OF THE WOODS?

5. What type of accident does Parker have at work?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Parker meet his wife?

2. Why is Mr. Fortune so drawn to Mary and not his other grandchildren?

3. How are Julian and his mother at odds over integration?

4. What irony does Francis discover about Mason's life after Mason's death?

5. What is the premise of EVERYTHING THAT RISES MUST CONVERGE?

6. How does Mason die and who buries him?

7. How does the schoolteacher react to Mason's death?

8. How does Parker's wife react when she hears about his new tattoo and his accident at work?

9. Describe Mrs. Turpin's demeanor.

10. Why is the schoolteacher so committed to saving Francis and what happens to him as a result?

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