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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who enters the old man's house at night?

2. Which of the following is NOT true about the boots that Culla is forced to wear?

3. How does the bearded man kill the baby?

4. What does Culla notice about Preston Flats?

5. What is the doctor's demeanor toward Rinthy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of the man in black. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point?

Essay Topic 3

McCarthy does not identify Culla and Rinthy by name until the story has progressed for awhile. Why does McCarthy leave them nameless for awhile? What is he trying to say about their situation by leaving them nameless?

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