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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. A man in the woods offers Culla ____________.

2. What does Culla steal from the squire before leaving his home?

3. How much money does Culla earn for the job he performs?

4. What/Who is Culla looking for as he walks through the countryside?

5. What item of clothing does the man in the woods notice about Culla?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the tinker react when he learns that the baby was a product of incest?

2. How does Culla get rescued when the ferryboat runs out of control?

3. What is the condition of the baby when Culla finally encounters him?

4. Why is Culla forced to walk to another cabin at gunpoint?

5. Describe Rinthy's experience after she steals some turnips from a farmer.

6. Describe the kind old man who Culla encounters on his journey.

7. What is the condition of the man's sister inside the cabin?

8. Where does Culla hope to go after leaving the old man's cabin?

9. What is the significance of searching in this section?

10. Where does Rinthy follow the tinker in the hopes of finding her baby?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

McCarthy 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

Create a brief character study of Rinthy. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point?

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