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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. Why does Mrs. Compson not want TP to drive the carriage?

2. What was Benjamin's original name?

3. Where does Quentin say Benjy should be sent?

4. Who does Caddy name her daughter after?

5. What does Benjy say Caddy smells like?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do you think outsiders see Benjamin?

2. How does a tale of such hopelessness maintain such power?

3. Do you think Caddy spoiled Benjy too much?

4. What can the reader understand about Benjy?

5. Describe Quentin's role in the novel.

6. Do you think Luster understands Benjy?

7. What does Benjy remember about his brother Quentin?

8. Describe Jason Compton's role in the novel.

9. What is Quentin's relationship with his sister Caddy?

10. Summarize the novel.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Quentin tells his father that he was the one who got Caddy pregnant? Do you think he is hiding something? Do you think there are any indicators in the book to suggest he is a homosexual?

Essay Topic 2

All the children grow up into very different characters. Why do you think they strive for individuality? Do you think it is more damaging than healthy? Do you think they are ever likely to find themselves?

Essay Topic 3

The title of the book suggests something more violent than what actually happens. What meaning do you think the title gives the book? Do you think the title is appropriate?

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