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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. How many children are lined up on the program?

2. Why can Brother Vern not collect on any reward?

3. What does Julia realize is Pastor Ledbetter's motive?

4. Who arrives at Julia's home in Chapter 23?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Describe the chaos in Julia's house with all the characters assembled with various agendas.

3. What does Sam announce about the will to the assembled group?

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

5. How does Julia try to find Brother Vern?

6. What is Pastor Ledbetter's diagnosis of Julia and what does he recommend?

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

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

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

10. Does Julia think that Sam would be able to keep her secret about the new will?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one instance of irony in the book. Cite at least two other examples you can identify in the novel and note why they are examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the ongoing conflict between Julia and Pastor Ledbetter. What are the main sources of the conflicts? Why does it perpetuate? What does Julia learn about taking control of her life due to her experiences with Pastor Ledbetter?

Essay Topic 3

Betrayal is an important theme in MISS JULIA SPEAKS HER MIND. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

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