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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who explains to Rita what really happened to Ben?

2. Where does Ruby live at the end of the book?

3. Why do the Massies leave in such a hurry?

4. What does Queenie say Rita shared after hearing the truth of Ben's death?

5. Where does Rita move at the end of the book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How did Rita go about her investigation, and what led her to her final conclusion?

Essay Topic 2

What are some of the key examples of gratitude in this book, and how do these instances affect that characters involved in those scenes?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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