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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Amabelle notice pinned to Dr. Javier's shirt collar?
2. What quality does Amabelle tell Sebastien she loved most in her father?
3. What is Amabelle doing when she hears Senora Valencia scream?
4. Why does the narrator prefer her shadow to other children?
5. What does Father Romain encourage his congregants to do?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are several characters who influence the person that the narrator becomes. Select the two characters who you believe have the greatest impact on her development and:
1) Describe each character's actions or beliefs as they relate to Amabelle.
2) Discuss the impact of this character on Amabelle's life and personality.
3) Discuss why you selected each particular character. What about each character made him/her more of an influence on Amabelle than others?
Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.
Essay Topic 2
In The Farming of Bones, a few minor characters have a major impact on the story line. Select two of the following minor characters to analyze: Papi, Senor Pico, Kongo, Yves, Man Rapadou. Discuss:
1) The personality (character traits) of this character.
2) The relationship between this minor character and the major characters in the story.
3) The impact of this character on the story line--How does s/he influence the overall story line? How would the story be different if this character was removed?
Essay Topic 3
One of the themes The Farming of Bones explores is the role of family. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.
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