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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 Leen wait on Starbuck so diligently?

2. Where does Starbuck go to find Mary Kathleen?

3. Why is the harp salesman upset with Mary Kathleen?

4. What is the fate of RAMJAC?

5. Clewes is now a _______ salesman.

Short Essay Questions

1. As far as Starbuck knows, why are he and the other "saints" at Leen's apartment?

2. To Mary Kathleen, why does Starbuck have a good heart?

3. How does Leen feel about Mrs. Graham? How can you tell?

4. How does Leen mistake Starbuck for Mrs. Graham?

5. Does Clewes accept Starbuck's apology? What is his response?

6. What does Mary Kathleen personify? What is Vonnegut saying?

7. Why does the harp salesman want to call the police on Starbuck?

8. Why does Starbuck face more jail time after Mary Kathleen's death?

9. Why are Starbuck, Clewes, Edel, and Ubriaco "saints" to Mary Kathleen?

10. Why should Starbuck have gone to the police in Chapter 11?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mary Kathleen O'Looney and Mrs. Jack Graham, as the same person, illustrate both the socialist and capitalist. Discuss the dual nature of Mary Kathleen and how she embodies and reflects the tension.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how Starbuck's narrative voice reflects his mind and the effect on the reader's experience and understanding.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout "Jailbird" events foreshadow others, weaving the story together by more than plot. Discuss the use of foreshadowing in "Jailbird" and the effect on the narrative.

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