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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Spunk die?

2. What does Spunk believe is moving at the end of Chapter 3?

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

4. Who is the character named "Jeff" in Chapter 4?

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

Do you think Spunk and Lena are in love? What about Joe and Lena? Support your opinions with specific examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

What do you think is the main theme of Hurston's book? Identify at least three events in "Spunk" that communicate this theme.

Essay Topic 3

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

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