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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. What does Harriet realize in June 1820 that she cannot be on her own?
2. What does Jefferson offer to allow Harriet to use so that she can further her studies?
3. Who brings up the idea that Harriet should pass as white?
4. Why does Martha agree to accept her father's assignment?
5. In April 1820, what does Jefferson ask Harriet to give careful consideration to?
Short Essay Questions
1. After Jefferson learns that Bankhead has attacked Harriet, how does he punish Bankhead?
2. When Harriet speaks to Jefferson for the first time after Bankhead attacks her, why does she feel surprised and grateful?
3. Why does Mammy Ursula think Harriet should take her freedom even if she doesn't want it?
4. What is Bankhead's view of Harriet?
5. If Harriet stays at Monticello and Jefferson dies, Thruston says the slaves will all be sold to pay Jefferson's debt. What is Thruston's concern for Harriet if this should happen?
6. According to Thruston, what will most likely happen to Harriet if she is still at the plantation when Jefferson dies?
7. What important point does Randolph give Harriet to consider during April 1820?
8. What fate does Martha wish for Bankhead?
9. Why is Harriet worried about Beverly in April 20, That Same Day?
10. Following the attack on Harriet by Bankhead, what is Harriet afraid the overseer will do?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Acceptance is one of the major themes in this book. There are many things Harriet must learn to accept, many ways in which she'd like to be accepted, and many people she'd like to be accepted by. Discuss at least one of each of these ways in which acceptance is portrayed. Explain each and give examples from the book.
Essay Topic 2
Name and discuss three instances of foreshadowing in Wolf by the Ears. What are the events that occur and what future actions do they foreshadow?
Essay Topic 3
Although Jefferson is an actual historical figure, the author undoubtedly takes some license in the portrayal of his character and the relationship between Jefferson, Sally, and Harriet. Discuss the way in which Jefferson's character and his interactions with Sally and Harriet are portrayed. What parts of these interactions are likely literary fabrications? Are there certain elements we know to be true? What are these elements?
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