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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 does Vivian tell the Preacher she does not know what to do with now?

2. What does Mary do to make money?

3. What drink does Chloe frequently drink?

4. What does Esther tease Ruth about in Part II that Ruth is sensitive about?

5. What does the police officer tell Vivian in Part II?

Short Essay Questions

1. What dream has Vivian had for many years for her daughters?

2. What do people call Esther at Horace's bookshop and why?

3. What does Mr. Franklin say he wants in the act from the Jones sisters?

4. Where does Ruth really go when she tells her mother she is meeting her study group?

5. Why does Chloe worry about her friend Tony?

6. What does Vivian worry Ruth will regret?

7. What is the significance of the rooftop?

8. What is Esther known for in her own family?

9. Who do Vivian's girls tease Vivian about, and why?

10. What blow does Vivian suffer as a fairly young adult?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Sexton demonstrate some of the prejudices and dangers that existed for gay Black men through Tony's and Ed's characters? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay analyzing Sexton's tone and style throughout this novel.

Essay Topic 3

Initially, how do Horace, Esther, and other local activists work to try to preserve the fabric and integrity of the Fillmore area? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

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