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

Short Answer Questions

1. What words does Spunk use to describe Joe right before Spunk dies?

2. What do people talk about in the last line of Chapter 4?

3. Who is Walter talking to in Chapter 3?

4. Who tells the resolution of the story?

5. What does Spunk claim is happening to him at work in Chapter 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify at least three instances of foreshadowing in Hurston's novel. Why would these instances be included? How would the story change if they had not been included?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the characters of Joe and Spunk. How are their lives different? How are the characters the same?

Essay Topic 3

How is the concept of the supernatural implemented throughout Hurston's novel?

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