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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. What does Luvenia say Mr. Deets never does for her?

2. Why will Tommy's boss not associate with him in public?

3. Where does Malcolm live?

4. What is Tommy's team mascot?

5. What is Malcolm talented in?

Short Essay Questions

1. What makes Malcolm feel that he is finally on his way in life?

2. What happens to Skeeter after the march, and why?

3. Who is Bobby Joe, and what does he do to Tommy?

4. What did Planter buy at an auction, and why?

5. Why does Luvenia not want to move to Glory Field with her family?

6. What does Planter leave for Malcolm when he dies?

7. What does Shep blame for his addiction to drugs?

8. What does Reverend McKinnon plan to say in his press conference?

9. What happens after Luvenia's scheme with Florenz, and why?

10. Why is Malcolm so grateful to his great-aunt?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sacrifice is a theme that is very prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?

Essay Topic 2

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

Essay Topic 3

Why does this book fit into the historical fiction genre, and what are some of the good and bad things about this placement in your opinion?

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