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

Short Answer Questions

1. Aunt Mary is counting the days until what happens?

2. How does Aunt Mary know that her husband is having a spell?

3. What kind of jokes does Li'l Bit discuss when talking with to the other girls at the dance?

4. What does Aunt Mary do when Peck is having a spell?

5. What does Peck keep in his basement?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the end of the play, who do you feel the most compassion for? Explain your reasons.

Essay Topic 2

In one scene, Peck takes Cousin Bobby fishing. Bobby becomes upset that the fish are being hurt, and Peck attempts to comfort Bobby. Does Peck have ulterior motives in comforting Bobby? Explain your reasons.

Essay Topic 3

We learn that Peck has a drinking problem. Li'l Bit offers to meet with him once a week if he'll stop drinking. Does he stop drinking? Why or why not? Explain your reasoning.

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