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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who else arrived with Willie and her fiance on the plane?
(a) Willie's sister.
(b) Wesley.
(c) Wesley's new wife.
(d) Willie's boss.

2. What does Rosacoke look for in the woods?
(a) Blackberries.
(b) A spring.
(c) Birds.
(d) Mushrooms.

3. How does Wesley reply to Rosacoke's question about their relationship?
(a) He is in love with her.
(b) He has found someone new.
(c) Maybe they can talk when he comes home.
(d) He is not ready for a relationship.

4. The funeral that Rosacoke is going to is that of ____________________.
(a) A childhood friend.
(b) A second cousin.
(c) A teacher.
(d) A neighbor.

5. What is Rosacoke riding on when the story begins?
(a) Scooter.
(b) Bicycle.
(c) Horse.
(d) Motorcycle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Sissie especially uncomfortable in the heat?

2. With who did Rosacoke used to play in Mr. Isaac's woods?

3. Which of the following of Rosacoke's family members did NOT attend the picnic?

4. Who is the baby of Rosacoke's family?

5. What is Wesley's response when Rosacoke asks if Willie is part of his future plans?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Wesley's behavior at the picnic and why Rosacoke is so annoyed with him.

2. What is it about the the passengers on the plane that both shocks and hurts Rosacoke?

3. What does Rosacoke do on a Sunday afternoon after she confirms her suspicions of pregnancy?

4. What does Rosacoke do when she as she walks home from the funeral?

5. What is Wesley's solution to Rosacoke's pregnancy which they discuss in the car?

6. How does the frustration on unfulfilled affection touch Mildred?

7. What are Rosacoke's plans for not arousing any suspicions about her pregnancy?

8. In Rosacoke's eyes, who is responsible for her child?

9. What is the irony of Rosacoke's unexpected pregnancy?

10. How does Rosacoke's refusal to be average position her for having a better life than those around her?

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