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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jeff tell his mother when she asks him to wait to get married?

2. What is John's mood as he leaves the house?

3. Why does Dudley think it best if John is aware of Mattie's condition?

4. What relieves Gail's mind?

5. For what event do Mattie and Grandma plan to go shopping?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of black men is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends through all the male characters. What is the presumed role of black men in America during the 1970s? Explain by giving examples.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Mattie. 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 in her life?

Essay Topic 3

Explain Walker's use of language in the play. Cite examples of at least two different instances of language that is appropriate for the characters and explain why the author used them where he did.

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