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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. How do the townspeople feel when Charlie does not stand trial?

2. What is the name of Jessie and Jack's second son?

3. Why does the prosecutor tell the sheriff that he cannot hold Jack in jail?

4. Who makes the decision to not put Charlie on trial?

5. Why is Charlie not tried for the grain elevator theft?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do the townspeople feel cheated of justice, and who do they turn their wrath toward when they cannot take legal action against Charlie Soames?

2. What does Jack do that shows why he came back to Holt, and what do his actions do to Pat?

3. What does Jack warn Pat about when Pat visits him in jail?

4. What is the only thing Jessie can think to do in order to repay the townspeople for Jack's crime?

5. Who becomes the target of the townspeople's wrath when they cannot get any justice through Charlie Soames?

6. What purchases does Jack make prior to leaving town for good?

7. How does Charlie try to commit suicide?

8. What job does Jessie take even though she is in the late stages of pregnancy?

9. Why are the people in Holt so angry at Charlie Soames?

10. Why are the people of Holt so angry at Charlie Soames?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Do a brief character sketch of Jessie Burdette including positive and negative characteristics. What are her physical characteristics? What are her hopes and dreams? What is important to her at this point in time?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the motif of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

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