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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 Pastor Ledbetter suggest that Julia do in her condition?

2. How does Hazel view the disposition of the new will?

3. Who accompanies Pastor Ledbetter on a visit to Julia's house?

4. Pastor Ledbetter tells Julia that he has received calls from _________________ about Julia's condition.

5. Sam reads Wesly Lloyd's new will and determines that ____________ is the sole beneficiary.

Short Essay Questions

1. What options does Julia consider regarding the new will?

2. What do Sam and Binkie share about the will after Pastor Ledbetter, Dr. Fowler and Brother Vern have left?

3. When does Julia realize that she did not know her husband at all?

4. What is the nature of the visit of Pastor Ledbetter and Dr. Fowler?

5. Why does Julia offer a reward at Brother Vern's request?

6. What are the plans that Pastor Ledbetter and Dr. Fowler have in mind for Julia?

7. How is Julia affected by Hazel's news that she and Little Lloyd will be leaving?

8. What does Little Lloyd say that Brother Vern is after?

9. What is the purpose of Detective Peavey's visit to Julia's house?

10. To whom does Little Lloyd entrust the item that his father gave to him on the night that he died?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the overall setting for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period, and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Ross choose to use these places in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

MISS JULIA SPEAKS HER MIND is a classic story of loss and renewal. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Ross is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them, and identify the technique which they embody.

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