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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 state is this book set in?

2. How long does Rita's baby live?

3. What is Zepha very talented at?

4. What Era is this book set in?

5. What does Lizzy Olive want to buy from Zepha?

Short Essay Questions

1. What story will Rita publish after hearing the truth of Ben's death?

2. What does Queenie say this book is about at the beginning of the book?

3. How did Blue know to come and help Queenie when she was attacked?

4. Why does Queenie say she supports Forest Ann in her affair with Dr. Sipes?

5. What does Rita fear the most if the truth of Ben's death is found out?

6. What led to the attack on Queenie?

7. Who does the Sheriff think the man is who attacked Queenie?

8. What happened to Queenie's rhubarb pie?

9. What happened to the Celebrity Quilt?

10. What does Grover do to calm Queenie down when she gets angry after Rita loses her baby?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Rita and Queenie are two very similar people, and yet they have some very notable and important differences. Using the text to cite some support and write a compare/contrast essay about these two characters

Essay Topic 3

Fear is a common theme in this book, presented a number of times by a number of characters. What are some of these instances, and how does fear affect the characters in the book?

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