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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. Why does no one want to buy Jeeter's wood?

2. Why has Pearl left Lov?

3. Why did Dude not see the item in #107?

4. What does Jeeter think about as he sits on the porch in Chapter 13?

5. From what town have Sister Bessie and Dude just returned?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Jeeter's feelings of jealousy for Dude result in his making Ellie May cry?

2. How do Ada and Jeeter react to Grandma Lester being hit by the car?

3. How is Dude's immaturity exhibited regarding the wedding?

4. How does the situation regarding Grandma Lester show Jeeter's complete disregard for his family?

5. In spite of his good intentions, how does Jeeter's lack of diligence create a tragic mistake regarding the fire?

6. What car trouble does the trio encounter on the way to Augusta?

7. How is Dude exhibiting some of Jeeter's lack of morals and integrity?

8. What do Sister Bessie and Dude do after they get their marriage license?

9. What damages does Jeeter notice about the car when Sister Bessie and Dude return to the farm?

10. How does Sister Bessie behave promiscuously in the hotel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Jeeter Lester. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of greed. Identify at least two examples about greed in the book. Then explain how each example supports the theme of greed.

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