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

Short Answer Questions

1. To which city does Evelyn travel for vacation after leaving Ninny in the nursing home?

2. Which of the following characters is the true Railroad Bill?

3. During what season of the year will Jasper Peavy earn his retirement?

4. Who cares for Ruth when she falls sick with cancer?

5. Which of Frank Bennett's belongings is found by the river, leading to Idgie's arrest?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

During his life, Buddy Jr. deals with an unfortunate handicap. First, explain the source Buddy Jr. injury, and what the immediate effect of that injury was. Then, explain how Idgie helped Buddy Jr. to overcome his handicap and give at least two examples from the text of times when Buddy succeeded, regardless of his handicap.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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