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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. What is Graham's opinion of Benbow's chances in Goodwin's trial?

2. What was Popeye's physical status as a child?

3. Who takes Temple out of the courtroom?

4. How long does the jury deliberate in Goodwin's trial?

5. What is Temple's physical condition?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Eustace Graham?

2. What does Benbow learn about Temple and Popeye's location just prior to the trial?

3. What is the nature of Temple's court appearance?

4. How does Faulkner finally indicate who was murdered?

5. What information does Ruby give Benbow regarding Temple and Temple's role in her shocking situation?

6. Where does Popeye take Temple in Memphis?

7. How does Snopes show his vehement prejudice against Jews?

8. What is Goodwin's ultimate fate?

9. What is Goodwin's fatalistic approach to his case?

10. Why does Miss Reba get so mad at Popeye?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Ruby. 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?

Essay Topic 2

Faulkner is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Temple. 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?

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