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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is sent to get a doctor?

2. Which organization does Ike mention when talking about the South after the Civil War?

3. Which person from the past do Ike and McCaslin talk about?

4. Which of the following does Sam not do after Old Ben is killed?

5. Which of the following does Ike not notice about Lion?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Ike, Major deSpain and Boon. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.

Essay Topic 2

There is much symbolism in this story regarding Old Ben. What does Old Ben symbolize for the men? Cite two examples of symbolism regarding Old Ben.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the book's title. What did the author mean by calling the story THE BEAR? Cite an example to support your answer.

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