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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many years has it been since Sissie was last at the bar when she visits as an adult?

2. In Part 3, who does Sissie describe as being too loud?

3. According to Sissie, which word defines all men, in general?

4. What is the current month when Sissie meets the mysterious man?

5. Which character is Sissie foreshadowed to be most like?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the use of foreshadowing in the text. Point out two specific pieces of foreshadowing from the story and explain what the foreshadowing represents for the reader.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the use of three different literary devices as they are used in "Four Summers". How are they used? What is their purpose?

Essay Topic 3

Is "Four Summers" plot-driven or character-driven? Why? How does the reader know this? Why is this significant?

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