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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. Why does Vera not want Peter to work with Sully?

2. What does Sully tell Peter to take back to West Virginia with him?

3. What does the doctor think is wrong with Miss Beryl?

4. What is wrong with Miss Beryl when she gets up in the morning?

5. Who/what has been the major force of change in Sully's life?

Short Essay Questions

1. What deal do Sully and Carl make regarding hardwood flooring from the Bowdon house?

2. Why does Rub quit and leave the job site after Peter returns with some beer in the afternoon?

3. What does Miss Beryl vow not to do again after following Clive Jr.s' advice?

4. What are the circumstances that make Rub quit the job?

5. What does Wirf tell Sully about the state of Wirf's health?

6. What self destructive behavior does Clive Jr. exhibit after the failure of the theme park deal?

7. How does Vera deal with Peter's spending more time with Sully?

8. What does Peter think is wrong with his mother given her recent behavior?

9. Why does Sully think he has been caught working?

10. Describe Sully's encounter with Officer Raymer.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

The frustration of unfulfilled affection touches several characters in the story. Name at least two characters who experience unfulfilled love and the situations that occur as a result.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the setting of NOBODY'S FOOL. What is the significance of the town's economic depression? How does it impact the setting?

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