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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 is the stateroom of the ship set up for?
2. What is Hamilton's nationality?
3. Where is the Duke of York headed?
4. What did the first crew member die of?
5. When did Joyce meet this person in London?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe Joyce's life in 1963.
2. What is the state of the supply of slaves when Hamilton is on the coast?
3. Describe Joyce's mother.
4. What happens to Joyce's mother?
5. Who is Herbert?
6. What happens to Joyce and Travis's relationship?
7. Describe Mr. Ellis.
8. What journey does James Hamilton take?
9. What happened to James Hamilton's father?
10. How is "Crossing the River" written (in what format)?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
As in all the other stories that make up Crossing the River, "West" contains characters that perceive themselves as good Christians but are misguided in their actions. Compare the misguided Christians from the story "West," with a character from any of the other stories that has the same characteristics. How do these characters differ? Do you find any of them sincere? Do you see any "commercial detachment" in any of the other stories? Give examples from the stories to support your answers.
Essay Topic 2
Christianity is a theme that runs throughout each story in Crossing the River. Choose two stories to compare in regards to the way Christianity influences characters. How do the characters' beliefs influence the plot? How do they reconcile their actions with their beliefs? Make sure you name which stories you choose, and use examples to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
In "The Pagan Coast," Nash Williams becomes increasingly disillusioned with Edward Williams, his adopted father/owner who he once idolized. How did Nash's view of Edward deteriorate? Start by describing how Nash viewed Edward towards the beginning of the story, and show how his view gradually deteriorates. Does Edward think any differently by the end of the story? Why or why not? Make sure to provide evidence to support your answer.
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