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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. Where had Ann met Jeff?

2. What falls out of John's pocket?

3. What does Dudley remind John that is Jeff's true achievement?

4. Where was Ann born?

5. Which of the following does NOT describe John?

Short Essay Questions

1. What warning does Mattie give Ann about Chips?

2. What does John ask Dudley for when he abruptly changes the subject?

3. Who is Dr. Dudley Stanton and how is he introduced into the play?

4. How does John behave when he finally arrives home?

5. How does Jeff make his entrance into the play?

6. How did Mattie's family show their gratitude toward John?

7. What does Mattie tell Ann about what John gave up in order to support her family?

8. Describe the scenario in which Al is killed and John is mortally wounded.

9. What does Dudley find so amazing about the poem that John reads to Ann?

10. What insights has John had while being away for a week?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of hope. Identify at least two themes about hope in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of John. 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--if anything--at this point in his life?

Essay Topic 3

THE RIVER NIGER is a classic story of hardship and struggles. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.

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