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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What are Idgie and Stump collecting for Ruth's room when she dies?
2. Who does Smokey Lonesome claim is the only woman he ever loved?
3. Which of the following characters does NOT testify on Idgie's behalf at the murder trial?
4. How does Smokey Lonesome die?
5. Which of the following sports does Stump NOT play for his high school?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
When she is a teenager, Ruth leaves Idgie to marry Frank Bennett. First, describe Frank Bennett and explain why Ruth might want to marry him. Then, explain how Idgie reacted to the news of Ruth's engagement. What information does Idgie gather about Frank Bennett? How did this information permanently affect the relationship between the two women?
Essay Topic 2
Interspersed throughout the old newspaper are pages copied from Dot Weems' newspaper, "The Weems Weekly." Choose at least two stories highlighted in these newspaper pages and explain what significance these stories have to the novel. Then, explain how "The Weems Weekly" helps characterize Whistle Stop and the characters in the novel.
Essay Topic 3
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.
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