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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. In Chapter 19, how many pigs does Richard say that there were when one of the Spanish explorers reached Mississippi, catches a fever, and dies?
2. What is Online Talbo's real name?
3. In Richard's dream at the beginning of Chapter 18, where is a Bigfoot chasing him?
4. For how many years does Richard say that the Spanish forces tramped through the southeastern wilderness terrorizing, torturing, and enslaving the native Indians?
5. How much heavier is Online Talbo than Richard?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why will the houseboat engine not start in Chapter 17?
2. What happens when Richard climbs a tree to get away from the boar that is chasing him in Chapter 19?
3. What gear is lost with the canoe?
4. Why does Tommy say he took Corporal Chock's name?
5. Why does Richard say that Hernando de Soto is responsible for the dilemma he and Malley find themselves in in Chapter 19?
6. What happens when Tommy tries to gut a catfish?
7. What does Tommy say about getting married to Malley?
8. Why does Richard not use bug repellant in Chapter 12?
9. What does Malley tell her parents when she calls them from a pay phone in Chapter 20?
10. What is the man like that Richard hitches a boat ride with in Chapter 12?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Malley and Richard have a strong relationship. How would you describe their relationship, and why did this relationship lead Richard to go looking for Malley?
Essay Topic 2
Richard uses deception numerous times as he looks for Malley. How does Richard use deception, who does he deceive, and what consequences are there for his deception?
Essay Topic 3
Richard is conflicted over whether to tell his mother and Malley’s parents that she did not go to boarding school. Why is Richard conflicted over that decision, and why does he finally decide to tell? What does this reveal about his character?
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