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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. There is a rumor about town that Luther has ___________________________________.

2. With whom does Jim Williams have an adversarial relationship?

3. What does Williams' mother believe about him?

4. For what annual event is Jim Williams famous?

5. In addition to owning the business, Joe will also ______________________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Joe Odom's plans after Moon Tompkins steals the money from Emma's?

2. What is interesting about William Glover?

3. Who are Jim's attorneys?

4. Describe Jim's mother.

5. What is the setting for the novel?

6. Why do Corinne and Danny go to Bonaventure Cemetery?

7. How does the narrator develop a fascination with Savannah?

8. Why is Joe Odom becoming increasingly unpopular in Savannah?

9. What is the relationship between Jim Williams and Lee and Emma Adler?

10. Why is Luther known as "the inventor?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define the nature of this book. How is it a non-fiction piece? What makes it a work of fiction? How are the two styles blended to make a credible story?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters is lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Jim's overly-confident demeanor during his trials, incarcerations and appeals. What fundamental beliefs does he have that he will be exonerated? Do you think Jim ever experienced any periods of doubt? Explain.

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