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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says that Spunk should be nervous after what he did to Joe?

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

3. Who does Spunk move out of her home?

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

5. What does Spunk say he will do for Joe after Spunk dies?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hurston uses a narrative point of view throughout the entire play. Why do you think it was written this way? What are the pros and cons of using this point of view in this particular story?

Essay Topic 2

What is the tone of "Spunk"? Why would Hurston choose to write the story in this type of tone? What impact does the tone have on the way the reader perceives the characters and sequence of events?

Essay Topic 3

How is Hurston's story ultimately resolved? Do you think the plot was adequately resolved? In your opinion, what could have been added (or removed) to make it more meaningful?

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