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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cletus compare the West Virginia capitol building to?

2. How long had the Underwoods been asking Cletus to bring Summer over?

3. What route can be taken to get to Rev. Conklin's church?

4. What factory do Ob, Summer, and Cletus pass as they drive past Charleston?

5. When did May die?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses exposition to reveal things that have happened in the past. Discuss how exposition is used in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Ob wants Cletus help him get in touch with May. Discuss what Ob wants Cletus to do, and the reasons why Cletus may or may not be able to do the job.

Essay Topic 3

Missing May is about the death of a beloved wife and mother. Discuss the overall mood of the novel.

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