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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. James is so cold by the end of Chapter 10 that he wants to do what?
2. The nurse claims that the dentist will not see any more patients until what time?
3. When James and Mama get back to the dentist's office, what can't they do?
4. What does Mama's coat smell like?
5. What does Mama say when James sniffs while they are walking in the cold?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In the story, The Sky is Gray, who do you consider to be the protagonist of the story? What kind of obstacles does this character face or overcome? What or who would be considered to be the antagonists in the story? How does the protagonist grow from their experiences in the story? Cite specific examples from the story to support your conclusions.
Essay Topic 2
There are a few interesting characters besides James and Mama in the story, The Sky is Gray. Choose one of these characters and name some of the characteristics of this person and why you think they were included in the story. How does this character influence James? How does this character influence Mama? How would the book be different without this character? How?
Essay Topic 3
Ernest J. Gaines uses flashbacks in his short story, The Sky is Gray. How do these flashbacks strengthen the story? What connections do you feel with James after reading the flashbacks? Do you feel like you understand and know the characters better after you've read various flashbacks? Why or why not? Do you think that Gaines used flashbacks effectively in the story? Do you think there could have been more flashbacks in the story, or did Gaines use just the right amount? How would the story be different if the author did not use flashbacks? Explain your reasoning.
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