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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. In what year was Jayber born?

2. What is the capital of Kentucky?

3. Who is Mattie's mother?

4. Who is the woman with whom Jayber has a relationship?

5. Which of the following is NOT typical of Athey's farming style?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Jayber's perceptions of the war?

2. How does little Jonas get the nickname "J?"

3. How does Jayber first encounter Mattie Keith?

4. Why does Jayber buy a car?

5. Why is J both vulnerable and comfortable when he meets with Burley and Mat?

6. What is Jayber's obsession with Mattie?

7. What does Jayber do after he has made the decision to leave college?

8. What is Cecelia Overhold's opinion of Port William?

9. What is Cecelia's opinion of her husband, Roy, and why does she consider Jayber to be her enemy?

10. What role does gardening fill in Jayber's life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the role of the atypical family in JAYBER CROW: A NOVEL. What does it mean that Jayber has taken on the town of Port William as his family? How does this unusual family evolve in its support of each other? How typical is this family mentality to most Southern families living during this time period?

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Athey Keith. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Athey?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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