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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. Which of the following is not attributed to Old Ben?

2. What does Ike take in place of his gun when he returns to look for Old Ben?

3. The following November, who shoots at Old Ben and draws blood?

4. The opening line of Chapter 2 is "So he should have hated and feared _____________."

5. How many times is Old Ben spotted that first day of that hunting season?

Short Essay Questions

1. Name some important motifs in this story.

2. What city is Ike and Boon's ultimate destination and where do they stop first?

3. Describe the mysterious circumstances of Sam's death as discovered by the men who return to camp.

4. Describe the story that Ike tells about a black girl named Fornsiba.

5. How does Ike try to make sense out of the Civil War?

6. Who is the bear in THE BEAR?

7. Why does Ike get irritated with Boon and what memory does the experience bring back for Ike?

8. What memory of Ash trying to shoot does Ike recall as he walks into the woods?

9. What does Ike believe God's intentions are for land?

10. Why is Ike reticent to return to the farm with his wife?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 2

The wilderness takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Sam's evolving relationship with Ike. How does he gently guide him into becoming a man and being able to shoot and hunt properly? How does Sam teach Ike to live with peace and dignity and with respect for nature?

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