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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Jasper when he began work on the railroad?

2. Which of the following characters will play the flower girl at the Dill Pickle Club's wedding?

3. Which of the following family members is embarrassed to be seen in public with Jasper Peavy?

4. What unusual plant does Ninny find growing in her yard and give to Dot?

5. In which Alabaman city does Idgie drop Artis off after helping him get released from prison?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Evelyn has spent much of her adult life consumed with guilt over her mother's death. First, explain how Evelyn's mother died and the way that Evelyn coped with that death. Then, explain what Evelyn has to feel guilty about when remembering her mother's death. In your opinion, is this guilt rational? Why or why not? Finally, explain how Evelyn's mother's death has affected the way Evelyn views her own health and life.

Essay Topic 2

When Idgie first opens the Whistle-Stop Café, she hires two very important women, Sipsey and Onzell. First, describe why Idgie felt the need to hire these women for her café. What jobs did these women do? Why couldn't Idgie do these tasks herself? Then, explain how Idgie's relationship with these two women changed as the novel progressed, and why.

Essay Topic 3

At the end of the novel, Ninny passes away and leaves a large box of personal items for Evelyn. First, create a list of the items Ninny leaves for Evelyn in her will. Then, choose at least two of the items from the box and explain the lessons Ninny hoped Evelyn would learn from each one.

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