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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. What does Brother Whitespade name Jonas?

2. As Jayber settles into his life, he develops a passion for ________________.

3. How is Jayber perceived at the orphanage?

4. How does Jayber pay for his college education?

5. Who is Jayber's aunt and uncle's neighbor who spends a lot of time at the store but doesn't buy anything?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Clydie and what is Jayber's relationship with her?

2. What symbols does the author use to portray little Jayber's shattered life?

3. Who does Jonas live with after his parents die?

4. Why does Jayber feel he has betrayed Athey when he talks to Troy about farming?

5. What is the premise of the book?

6. How does the author use foreshadowing regarding Jayber's interest in Mattie Keith?

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

8. Why does Jayber buy a car?

9. How does J come to purchase the barber shop in Port William?

10. Why is J conflicted about the scholarship opportunity and his own personality?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Jayber and Troy. Both men had and have influence over Mattie but have their hold on her in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book? List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 3

The search for love is an important theme in JAYBER CROW: A NOVEL. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

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