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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. What has Sully asked Ruth to do?

2. About what does Sully confront Clive Jr.?

3. What does Clive Jr. want his mother to do with her house?

4. Who is Sully's ex-wife's husband?

5. In what state is North Bath located?

Short Essay Questions

1. What will happen to Sully if he is found to be working?

2. Who is Donald Sullivan and what is his current situation?

3. What is Miss Beryl's relationship with her son, Clive Jr.?

4. How much does Sully heed Wirf's advice?

5. Why is The Horse such a popular spot in New Bath?

6. Who is Deidre and why does Peter call her on Thanksgiving evening?

7. What is Sully's relationship with his family?

8. What plans does Sully have for Thanksgiving dinner?

9. Why is Sully jealous of Carl?

10. How is Sully able to get the money and the pain medication he needs on Thanksgiving Day?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book. List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 2

Russo is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

NOBODY'S FOOL is a classic story of the triumph of the human spirit. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

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