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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Theo forced to continue his pursuit of the Sheriff on foot, not in a car?

2. What is the name of the ranch to where the parade of people were making their pilgrimage?

3. How many children does Steve claim to have?

4. What type of alcoholic beverage does Val drink while talking with Catfish?

5. What type of car did Jim Beer drive before his wife stole it?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jim Beer is a man with a very sad past. First, describe the history of Jim Beer and how he ended up alone on a deserted farm. How did Jim Beer's loneliness eventually get him caught on the wrong side of the law? In the end, is Jim Beer ever redeemed for his sins against the town? If so, how? If not, why?

Essay Topic 2

Catfish is a character with an interesting history. First, explain Catfish's relationship with Smiley, and how it inevitably ended. Then, explain why Catfish has been on the road for the past fifty years, and why he struggles to settle down.

Essay Topic 3

Gabe's dog, Skinner, is an important sidekick to the action-based men in this novel. First, explain how the reader gets insight into Skinner's views. Do you think this was an effective way of characterizing an animal? Why or why not? Then, explain how Skinner proved to be an important side-kick for both Gabe and Theo as they fought to bring down the Sheriff.

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