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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. Who is the unpopular local man who drives his truck around to promote his political campaign?

2. Who does Lace accuse of stealing the item in #59?

3. What is Miami Development's current position on Fernbank?

4. What does Father Tim notice about his appearance after his salon visit?

5. The sale of Miss Sadie's home will benefit which organization?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Miami Development's bid on Fernbank different from the asking price and how does Father Tim respond?

2. Why does Winnie Ivy say she wants to sell her bakery and move out of town?

3. What medical condition does Pauline's cousin, Rhody, have and what assistance does Father Tim provide?

4. What is the Primrose Tea and how is Father Tim more involved than usual?

5. What foreshadowing does the author use regarding Winnie's dream of a dark-haired man?

6. How does Father Tim spend his birthday with his wife?

7. Other than their low bid, why does Father Tim not want Miami Development Company to buy Fernbank?

8. How does Father Tim show compassion toward Harley?

9. What is Fernbank and what is the church's interest in it?

10. Why is Buck Leeper's return to Mitford not necessarily a good thing?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

OUT TO CANAAN is a classic story of justice and redemption. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the role of the atypical family in OUT TO CANAAN. What does it mean for each of the main characters? How does the family evolve in its support of each other? How typical is this family unit to most Southern families living during this time period?

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Winnie. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Winnie?

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