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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. Though Ethan's studies were brief, the author states that he became aware of
2. When Ethan arrives, he ____________________________.
3. Because Ethan is too afraid to touch Mattie, he settles for _______________________________.
4. Ethan makes Mattie uncomfortable when he mentions __________________________________.
5. Ethan resists following his wife upstairs because __________________________________________.
Short Essay Questions
1. In what way does Ethan finally attempt a physical connection between himself and Mattie?
2. Why is Ethan so concerned about Zeena's behavior the previous evening?
3. What was Ethan doing before he returned to Starkfield?
4. Why is Zeena traveling to Bettsbridge?
5. Describe Zeena Frome.
6. Why has Zeena stayed up waiting for Ethan and Mattie?
7. What is Ethan's reaction to finding Ned and Ruth Varnum kissing among the trees?
8. Why is Ethan concerned about Zeena's behavior toward himself and Mattie?
9. What images might foreshadow trouble or death in the chapter?
10. Why does Zeena's family refuse to help Mattie when her father dies?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Considering the roles available to women in the novel, write an essay in which you analyze the effect of any female character's actions on major events. Determine whether the character is responsible for her actions, or whether her role has dictated the outcome of events.
Essay Topic 2
Consider the minor characters in the novel, such as Harmon Gow, Jotham Powell, Andrew Hale, or Ruth Varnum Hale, and write an essay in which you describe the influence of any minor character's actions on the events or theme of the text.
Essay Topic 3
Considering the major characters of the novel, determine any character as sympathetic, and write an essay in which you defend your choice using specific examples from the text. Then, do the same with an unsympathetic character.
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