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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Minnie most concerned about the day after Frank pushes her in front of her sisters?

2. Miss Leah tells stories to Minnie and mentions a man named James. Who is James to Miss Leah?

3. What does Fannie think about Frank's feelings toward Minnie?

4. Where are Sophie and Wil when Frank comes by the house in Act 2, Scene 5?

5. What surprises Fannie when Frank says he is going to run errands?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several love stories mentioned and observed in "Flying West." Explain how the adage "love is blind" rings true in some of the characters.

Essay Topic 2

How do Sophie, Fannie, and Minnie's move out west symbolize change in black history as much as it is change in physical location?

Essay Topic 3

Wil speaks of the significance of memories, good and bad. How are memories important in what makes up a person?

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