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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Tom not think David will be able to catch the fish in the gulf stream?

2. What is used to kill the shark coming into the reef?

3. What does Roger think will help him find a good woman?

4. What kind of fish takes David's bait in the gulf stream?

5. What kind of boat does Thomas have?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Thomas realize after the shark incident?

2. What do Andy's brothers have to be cautious about when around him?

3. How does Thomas say writing differs from painting?

4. What happens to Uncle Edward at the beginning of Chapter III?

5. How does Roger feel about beating the rich yachtsman?

6. Who does Thomas meet on Queen Mary's birthday, and what do they do?

7. What happens when rum is brought to the people on the dock?

8. How does Roger think his father feels about his brother's death?

9. What is Thomas' occupation at the beginning of the book?

10. Where does Thomas live at the beginning of the book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Thomas' relationship with Ginny change over the course of the plot? What causes these changes and what significance does this have to the outcome of the book?

Essay Topic 2

What role does symbolism play in the story and where does it appear? How is the plot altered by the presence of these symbols?

Essay Topic 3

Fear is a common theme in this book that is presented a number of times by a number of characters. What are some of these instances, and how does fear affect the characters in the book?

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