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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. Where does Tim put the letter as he heads out?

2. Where do the Meekers' cousins, the Platts, live?

3. People in town use guns most often to _________________________.

4. Other than his sudden arrival, what surprises Sam's family?

5. What town does Mr. Meeker hope to avoid on the return trip?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is so mysterious about Mr. Heron?

2. How does Tim see evidence that Sam is a lot like Father?

3. What are two situations that foreshadow upcoming events?

4. What is the religious split in Redding?

5. Explain the nature of Tim's quandary regarding his position on the war.

6. Explain Tim's internal conflicts about Sam's disobedience.

7. How involved in the war is Redding in the summer of 1775?

8. What web of lies is Tim weaving related to working for Mr. Heron?

9. How does the threat of war finally arrive in Redding?

10. What is the significance of obedience in the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the maturity that Tim shows during Sam's last few days and then the execution. What does he do to show that he is truly a man now both physically and emotionally?

Essay Topic 2

Write a character description of Sam Meeker. What are his motivations and convictions? What are his character flaws? In what ways is he heroic?

Essay Topic 3

Explain what Father means when he says, "In war the dead pay the debts for the living." Cite examples to support your explanation.

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