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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 do Jack and Della walk quickly through town in the night?

2. Who says they want children?

3. What does Della write for Jack to read?

4. What does Jack give Julia?

5. What two things does Jack not understand the difference between?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Jack married to?

2. What does Hutchins say about Jack that takes him aback?

3. Who does Jack give his pet to?

4. Where do Jack and Della spend a few hours for a night?

5. How long does Jack stay in prison?

6. What does Della say about disappointing her family?

7. Who does Jack find asleep on his bed?

8. How does Jack wind up going to Mount Zion Church?

9. Who gives Jack the keys to a building?

10. How does Jack lose his job at the shoe shop?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring the ways in which Della changes Jack. In what ways does her presence in his life cause a shift in his thinking or behavior? Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument. Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay exploring Jack and Della's marriage. What is the nature of this marriage? What, in their eyes, makes their union a legitimate marriage? Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

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