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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose testimony does Cates interrupt?

2. Brady refers to the opinions Cates delivers in court as what?

3. What old friends have a conversation after the prayer meeting?

4. Reverend Brown requests the crowd to do what to those who defy the Word?

5. Who is scheduled as Drummond's first witness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Out of the following three characters, determine who you feel has the most to win or lose with Cates' court case and why. Back up your theory with specific examples from the text.

- Reverend Brown.

- Brady.

- Cates.

Essay Topic 2

When Drummond is appointed "temporary Honorary Colonel" by the Mayor, Drummond is shocked to hear that his title will be permanent when the "right forms are signed". Drummond is troubled by this as he, like Brady, did not serve time in the military. Analyze why the Mayor's power to bestow this undeserved honor is significant to the story.

Essay Topic 3

Hillsboro was a small town prior to the trial that took place. Write a brief essay on how Hillsboro has changed as a result of the trial.

Part 1) What is the town of Hillsboro like before the trial?

Part 2) How will the outcome of the trial affect the citizens and their way of thought?

Part 3) Do you foresee Hillsboro becoming famous as a result of the trial? Why or why not?

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