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

Short Answer Questions

1. What utility is shut off when Taylor is unable to pay her bills?

2. What happens to the Jewish father that fought for the return of his adopted son after the Holocaust?

3. Who does Alice remember shaking, screaming, and speaking in tongues?

4. Which of the following statements is NOT made by Annawake as she is describing Alice to Letty?

5. Who does Annawake recommend take custody of Turtle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Turtle had a very difficult childhood throughout the novel. Compare / contrast her life on the reservation with her life with Taylor. Finally, explain how Turtle got her name and the symbolism that name has to her childhood.

Essay Topic 2

The varying forms of relationship status in romantic relationships becomes a large theme in the novel. Explain how definition in Taylor's relationship with Jax, and Alice's relationship with Cash changed during the course of Turtle's custody battle, and why those changes were important to the fight they all were partaking in.

Essay Topic 3

The Trail of Tears proved to be an important historical moment in the novel. Explain what happened during the Trail of Tears, and how this moment in history directly affected Turtle's story.

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