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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. People in town use guns most often to _________________________.

2. When Mr. Meeker does not give up the gun, what does the soldier do?

3. What do the men accuse Mr. Meeker of being?

4. Sam believes that people should be ready to die for _____________________.

5. What does the person in #68 think Tim is carrying?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are two situations that foreshadow upcoming events?

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

3. How does the author characterize Sam?

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

5. What is the religious split in Redding?

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

7. What is the nature of the conversation between Tim and Ezekiel?

8. In addition to uncertainty, how is powerlessness an important element in what the people of Redding are experiencing?

9. How does the author use religion as a theme in this book?

10. Explain the uncertainty of war experienced by the people in Redding.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Why is Sam's sudden appearance at the Meeker Tavern so unsettling? Where is Sam supposed to be? How is he dressed? What is his demeanor?

Essay Topic 3

Explain Tim's philosophy of life in 1826, 50 years after the Revolutionary War. Is he bitter? Is he resigned? What was the purpose of his life? Does he think the sacrifices were warranted for what he has?

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