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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. The unused bra will now be a gift for whom?

2. What payment does Senora Torrelli give Pilon for the stolen articles?

3. Where does Big Joe Portagee spend half his civilian life?

4. How much does Pilon ask Pablo to pay in rent each month?

5. What does Jesus Maria pledge to do for Danny?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the author use foreshadowing when Pilon and Pablo are talking about deceased friends?

2. Describe how Pilon and Joe dig for their treasure and what do they find?

3. Where does Pilon actually move and who does he invite to move in with him?

4. Who is the Pirate and what does Pilon learn about his daily routine?

5. Who is the protagonist of the story and how is he introduced in the novel?

6. What do the paisanos learn is in the Pirates' canvas bag and what is done with the bag at the house?

7. What does the town of Tortilla Flat seem to thrive on and how do the paisanos feel about Danny's love interest?

8. Which woman is Danny interested in and what is the attraction?

9. What happens to Jesus Maria and what inspiration does Pilon have for the pink bra?

10. How do the paisanos try to make peace with Danny?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Steinbeck uses beautifully descriptive language in the book to help his readers see his world from his perspective. Without referring to the book, describe Tortilla Flat. Now, describe Monterey, using only your recall of Steinbeck's descriptions. How do you visualize the California coast now that you have read Steinbeck's TORTILLA FLAT.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Danny. Begin with his physical characteristics and extend into his personality and behavioral traits. What is Danny's role in Tortilla Flat? What is it about Danny that everybody wants to do something nice for him?

Essay Topic 3

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

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