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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. How did Zora's mother know the white man who comes to her?

2. What spoke to Zora when she was young?

3. Zora and the white men often did things like _______.

4. When Zora was almost fired, who stood up for her?

5. At Gilbert & Sullivan, why did the actors tease Zora?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What was the internal drama at Gilbert and Sullivan? Why did members of the troupe feel betrayed?

3. How did Zora stand out with the others at Gilbert and Sullivan? Why did this aid her?

4. Why did Zora have a good relationship with white people?

5. Why wouldn't Zora return to her brother and his wife?

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

7. What tool largely defines Zora's writing? What effect does this have on the narrative?

8. Why did John Hurston remarry?

9. In Eatonville, what was the expected protocol for handling a dispute? How did the townspeople respond if people deviated from this standard?

10. Why was it difficult for Zora to find work when leaving home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the significance of P.M.P and how this relationship (and break up) embodied the essence of Zora.

Essay Topic 2

Zora is a very independent person. However, she has received assistance through her life. Discuss Zora in relationship to patronage.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Zora's drive and ability to overcome struggles. Analyze her resourcefulness and attitude.

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