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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the man come to live on that beach?

2. Who took over Spark's duties on the ship?

3. Where does Jessie hide with the African boy?

4. Who flogged Jessie?

5. What is the African boy's name?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compassion and empathy is a theme present in a number of places in the plot. What are some of the best examples of this theme, and how did the presence of this theme affect the outcome of this book?

Essay Topic 2

Diversity and discrimination are two major and related themes in this book. Where do these themes appear, and how do they work together to propel the plot of the book?

Essay Topic 3

Human nature is a strong symbol and theme in this book. Where does this symbol appear, and what role does it play in the book?

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