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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Judy ask Guthrie?
2. What does Dwayne tell Victoria?
3. What does a man ask her who comes in Victoria's work place?
4. What does Maggie tell Tom when they are dancing?
5. Where does Victoria go after she receives a note from Dwayne?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are a number of interesting questions raised by this book. Questions that most likely Haruf wanted the readers to consider and think through carefully. Discuss the following:
1. Name one idea/concept you think may have been a part of the author's agenda. Analyze that idea throughout the book and discuss Haruf's probable agenda concerning that idea.
2. Do you think writers who have an agenda for writing should point it out in a preface?
3. How often do you think fiction is written with a clear agenda in mind by the author?
Essay Topic 2
It is not clear why Maggie Jones thinks of the McPheron brothers when she is searching for a home for Victoria, but it is clear that she knows both brothers well since she speaks to them with a great deal of familiarity.
1. What would you infer about Maggie and the McPheron brothers' relationship from their conversation about Victoria? Use examples from the text to support your answer.
2. From what you've read of the McPheron brothers thus far do you think their home will be a good place for Victoria? Why or why not?
3. Putting yourself in the shoes of the McPheron brothers, discuss the pros and cons of taking Victoria into your home.
Essay Topic 3
The source of Russell's tendency for inappropriate behavior is obvious. With parents who lash out in vulgar tirades it is little wonder that Russell sees bullying and violence as acceptable behavior.
1. In light of the above statement discuss the saying: The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Use examples from the text to support your answer.
2. Do you think Russell's behavior should be excused in view of what type of people his parents seem to be? Why or why not?
3. Discuss why Russell's behavior seems to reflect his parents. Use examples from the text to support your answer.
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