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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Sissie describe as being strewn about the bar?

3. Which of the following adjectives would Sissie use to describe the mysterious man in the parking lot?

4. When the mysterious man asks Sissie about her age, how does she respond?

5. Which of the following is a constant throughout the book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Joyce Carol Oates use dialogue to convey parts of the story? Is dialogue vital to the story? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

How do social issues play a role in "Four Summers"? Consider the hierarchy of women. Also, consider the roles of class and race.

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