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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. If a fistfight occurred in Eatonville, how was it handled?

2. Why was Zora good at her job?

3. What was the result of the teasing?

4. Why did Zora originally have to leave school?

5. Zora's mother showed no interest in Hurston _____.

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the future of Zora's relationship with the "Uncle"?

2. What was the result of Zora's mother's plan in marrying John Hurston?

3. Why did Zora's family object to her mother's agreement to marry John Hurston?

4. Why did Zora's mother agree to marry John Hurston?

5. How were the people of Eatonville able to know if a man was cheating on his wife?

6. Was Zora supported in her academic determination and abilities?

7. How does Zora perceive the fight between her mother and grandmother? What does she think should have been done?

8. What was the significance of the "Uncle" figure in Zora's life?

9. In Zora's opinion, why don't parents like their kids asking a lot of questions?

10. Why was the stepmother not happy in the Hurston family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the effect of the surrogate mothers and fathers on Zora's life.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the significance that Zora's folktale research had on her life.

Essay Topic 3

Zora, although popular, has had her share of bad relationships and encounters. She often offers commentary on other people's relationships, such as the one between her mother and grandmother. Discuss Zora in regard to grudges and forgiveness.

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