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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 Jimmie's companion say he would ask for if he should ever meet God?

2. Why does Pete become more eloquent and elaborate in descriptions of his bravery and fighting skill?

3. To keep money in his pocket, what does Jimmie become?

4. What color ribbon is used to embellish the dingy curtains in the apartment?

5. Of what class of people are most of those attending the show with Pete and Maggie?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Maggie's reaction to the show? Give specific examples of her behavior.

2. In their main altercation in Chapter 2, what is Mudders accusation against Fader? What accusation is Fader's response?

3. Does Jimmie seem more afraid of his mother or his father? Explain your answer.

4. What is the significance of Maggie choosing to go out with Pete at the end of Chapter 9?

5. Describe Maggie's treatment of Tommie as they walk home. What does Maggie's behavior tell us about her upbringing?

6. Describe Jimmie's attitude toward the police.

7. How does Pete's reappearance in the story affect Maggie's view of her life and surroundings?

8. How does Pete's nonchalance and indifference at the show make Maggie feel?

9. What is Jimmie's reaction when Fader tries to steal the old woman's beer?

10. Describe Pete's appearance as he sits in the apartment with Maggie and Jimmie in Chapter 5.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Maggie emerges into young adulthood as the indisputable beauty of Rum Alley. The "philosophers" of Rum Alley debate how Maggie underwent such a dramatic physical transformation. They also discuss her beauty in terms of its potential consequences. Is Maggie's beauty an asset or a liability for her? Support your answer with evidence from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the morality of Rum Alley based on each of the following scenarios:

A) Fader and Mudder disciplining violence with more violence.

B) The old woman trading her kindness for favors.

C) Jimmie fighting to protect the old woman's beer.

Essay Topic 3

Why does Pete's reappearance in Jimmie's life so dramatically impact Maggie's satisfaction with her own life? List and describe at least four areas of life that become increasingly unsatisfactory to Maggie as her relationship with Pete develops. What steps does Maggie take to improve these areas of her life? What does this say about her?

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