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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the owners of the deli used to view Lynne?

2. Why does Meridian alternately visit Truman and Lynne for a while?

3. What dish has the man prepared for his sick wife?

4. Who is being honored at the gathering of people?

5. What sound does Lynne always carry in the back of her mind?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Poverty takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite three examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Lynne. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her, if anything, at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the role of spirituality and ecstasy in Meridian's life. Under what circumstances does she reach this point? Is this something she can control? Does she consider it a gift or a curse?

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