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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 is Medicine Ed spreading in Little Spinoza's stall in Chapter 39?

2. What does Tommy say he wants Maggie to give Pelter before the race in Chapter 21?

3. How has the horse been killed in Chapter 21?

4. What horse does Tommy believe will fight for good in the battle between good and evil in the race in Chapter 31?

5. What does Medicine Ed refer to Lord of Misrule as when he arrives at the track in Chapter 30?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the outcome for Medicine Ed in "Results"?

2. What does Tommy say about Maggie's newspaper columns in "Results"?

3. What is indicated about Two-Tie's character by his death in the novel?

4. What are Joe Dale's objectives in Chapter 29? Does he achieve those objectives?

5. How is the puddle employed as symbolism in Chapter 39?

6. What are Medicine Ed's primary concerns and conflicts after the race in Chapter 39?

7. What is revealed of Tommy’s circumstances in Chapter 37?

8. What actions does Tommy take when he appears in Chapter 40?

9. How does the theme of luck apply to Maggie's situation in Chapter 27?

10. How is the theme of good and evil played out in the preparations for the fourth race?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the unique narrative style of Lord of Misrule. From what narrative perspective(s) is the story related? How does the author indicate changes in the narrative perspective? How would you describe the differences in language style associated with the different characters?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the themes of luck and superstition in Lord of Misrule. What are some examples of superstitions believed by the main characters? How does the author develop the theme of luck through setting, symbolism, and imagery?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the motif of entrapment or enslavement in Lord of Misrule. In what ways are the main characters enslaved by their circumstances or by their significant others? What statements do you think the author is making regarding the entrapment of these characters?

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