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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 the main piece of evidence in Goodwin's trial?

2. Who offers to sell information about Temple to Benbow?

3. Who was the man who was killed in the story?

4. What does Temple do when Benbow offers to take her home?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Eustace Graham?

2. Explain the metaphor of Temple's being tossed around during the rough car ride.

3. How does Benbow continue to show his compassion for Ruby and Goodwin?

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

5. What crime has Popeye committed against Temple?

6. Why does Narcissa continue to insert herself into Benbow's life?

7. Why is Temple's story especially disturbing for Benbow?

8. What information does the opportunistic Snopes sell to Benbow?

9. What is Goodwin's ultimate fate?

10. Where does Popeye take Temple in Memphis?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one theme in the novel. Identify at least two themes in the story and then cite an example to support each theme.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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