View a FREE sample

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Tituba is imprisoned, what does she notice about John Indian?

2. In Tituba's dreams of female sexuality, what does the sexuality represent?

3. What does Scarboro discuss the history of?

4. In what type of building is Tituba imprisoned?

5. What does Hester tell Tituba to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the defining role children play in Tituba's life. Consider the miscarriage she has as well as the role Betsey and Abigail play in her life.

Essay Topic 2

Consider the historical context of the novel. Why is it significant to consider the historical context of the novel when examining character motivations?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the role Hester plays in Tituba's life. Why does Tituba dream about Hester, and what do these dreams represent? Why is it significant that Hester hangs herself? How does her death affect Tituba?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 194 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample