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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. Tom and Jackie make love before he goes to _________________.

2. What is the doctor in #89 carrying when he comes to see Dillon?

3. Who has all the poverty money sent to him so that he can dole it out?

4. Between what years does "Death by Water" take place?

5. Jackie talks to Dillon about her feelings regarding _________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What significance do black lungs have for the story?

2. Why is Dillon still so conflicted in his relationship with Jackie?

3. How does Dillon show his devotion to Rachel at her funeral?

4. Where does Jackie find Tom the morning after the dam burst and what does she tell him even though he is already dead?

5. How does Tom's behavior show that he is still conflicted about being a priest in spite of the bishop's absolution?

6. What impact can Dillon see that the strike will have on the way of life he has known?

7. Describe the poignancy of Dillon being present for Rachel's death in the hospital.

8. What comfort can Jackie take away from Tom's death?

9. How does Hassel help Tom out when he learns that the bishop is coming for a visit?

10. How has Tom's childhood plagued him and how is he conflicted about his life choices?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is much symbolism in this story, especially the mines. Cite at least three examples of symbolism and support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Forbidden love is an important theme in "The Unquiet Earth". Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

"The Unquiet Earth" is a classic story of the struggle to rise above circumstances. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

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