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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does Ike not mention when talking about the future of the South?

2. McCaslin thinks that the men who wrote the Bible were sometimes ____________.

3. How did the pony get loose?

4. Who is sent to get a doctor?

5. Who owned the land that Ike and McCaslin now own?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 3

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.

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