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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. How does David say he learned that George was arrested?

2. How do they make a dance floor in the factory for the party?

3. In "Chapter 3," what leftovers does David find in his lunch?

4. Why does David visit the courthouse with Mrs. Moore?

5. In "Chapter 2," why doesn't David's mother see a doctor when she needs one?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the train ride in "Chapter 1" remind David of?

2. How does David react to learning that his father died in the war?

3. Why does David say Aunt Mae had a hard time fitting in in his small town?

4. Why does David sleep outside in "Chapter 2"?

5. Why does David say his father wanted him to hang out with other boys as a child?

6. What does David say happened when he had to play with Bruce?

7. How does Aunt Mae attract attention to herself at the factory party?

8. What is David's new house like in "Chapter 2"?

9. How does the revival in "Chapter 4" affect David's town?

10. In "Chapter 3," what does David do when he returns home from school?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the symbolism behind trains in "The Neon Bible." Define symbolism and give examples from the book to strengthen your discussion.

Essay Topic 2

Examine the relationship between David's parents. How does their relationship impact other characters? What themes are expressed in their relationship? Give examples of how David's parents interact and the direct effect it has on others.

Essay Topic 3

What role does religion play in this novel? Discuss how the author uses religion in the novel. How does it affect the characters in the novel? Give examples of the use of religion and quotes to support your discussion.

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