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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Grandma react to Jeff's telling her that he has asked Ann to marry him?

2. What is Grandma's reaction toward Ann?

3. What does Mattie discuss with Ann?

4. Where did John direct his frustrated ambitions?

5. What does Mattie say is her only reward?

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

The setting of the book is Harlem in New York City in America during recessionary times. Explain how this affected people in America overall. Then drill down to explain how people in Harlem were affected. What impact did financial situations have on the lives and outlooks of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the overall setting for the play. Why does Walker use the setting he does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

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