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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. Julian says Frank has always been partial to ___________________.

2. How does Wesley say Frank will pay for his misdeeds?

3. What does David say about his father's work gun?

4. Where was Frank just before returning to Brentrock?

5. What is David's main goal when they get to his grandparents' home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when David tries to intervene in Gail's questioning of Marie?

2. How does David reassure Marie about calling a doctor?

3. Why is it difficult for David to enjoy his outings at the bowling alley?

4. What does David find Len doing when he goes for pie and how does Len explain himself?

5. What observation does David make about Ollie Young Bear concerning Ollie smiling?

6. Why are Gail and Wesley at odds with each other as they drive to Wesley's parents' home?

7. How does David know Wesley is going to investigate Frank?

8. Who is Ollie Young Bear?

9. What does David hear Marie doing one day? What makes David fearful for Marie?

10. How did Wesley come to be the Sheriff of Mercer County?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Montana 1948 belongs to the young adult novel genre.

1. Define the literary term "genre." Identify three other genres.

2. Why is it advantageous to label a title by genre? Why is it a drawback?

3. What do you think is the difference between a young adult novel and a historical novel?

Essay Topic 2

Many readers of fiction place themselves in the position of one character, wondering if they would do the same thing as that character.

1. Do you think one of the values of literature is that is serves as a reflection of oneself? Why or why not?

2. Socrates said "Know thyself." How can reading a book such as Montana 1948 help a reader to know him/herself? Do you find yourself reflecting on your own character and abilities when reading Montana 1948? Use examples from Montana 1948 and your own life to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Wesley and Gail are obviously at odds, though it doesn't seem to be an all-out fight. The situation is bound to be difficult for Wesley who is torn between the righteous anger of his wife and the fact that his brother is probably guilty of several rapes and sexual assaults.

1. Discuss the reasons Wesley and Gail are at odds. Use examples from Montana 1948 and your own life to support your answer.

2. What might be difficult for David about his parents’ situation? Use examples from Montana 1948 and your own life to support your answer.

3. Do you think Wesley would have handled the situation with Frank if it had been someone he did not know? Why or why not? Use examples from Montana 1948 and your own life to support your answer.

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