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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rita think Skillet knew about Ben's body?

2. Why do the Massies say they avoided going to the Crook farm?

3. Who does Rita accuse of hiding the truth of Ben's death?

4. How is Queenie threatened when she inspects what has fallen across the road?

5. Why does Queenie not want to go to the meeting at Forest Ann's house?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Grover presented a very interesting and unique philosophy on life. What was this philosophy, and how did this different idealism affect the people around him?

Essay Topic 2

Many different characters in this book were persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord? What are some of these instances, and how did persuasion affect the course of the plot?

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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