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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 much money does Julia give Lillian for the donation to get into the building?

2. Which one of Hazel's cousins drives the black truck in pursuit of Julia's car?

3. According to Binkie, members of Julia's church have called to say they think Julia is _______________.

4. What are Brother Vern's demands in Julia's house?

5. Why does Julia say she is looking for the person in #99?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the rescue of Little Lloyd from the broadcast station in Spartanburg.

2. Describe the comedic drive to the broadcast station in Spartanburg.

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

4. How does the visit from Pastor Ledbetter and Dr. Fowler foreshadow more trouble for Julia?

5. What shocks Julia, Lillian and Hazel as they watch Brother Vern's broadcast?

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

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

8. Why is Julia reluctant to firmly stand up to Ledbetter and Fowler?

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

10. Why does Julia unbutton her dress and what is the reaction of the people gathered in her home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

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

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?

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