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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 is Florens so excited to go get the blacksmith for Rebekka?

2. Why does Jacob take Florens with him?

3. What does Florens say is a good sign from ancestors?

4. What did Rebekka not like about Summer in Virginia?

5. How old was Florens when she came to where she lives at the beginning of the book?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did D'Ortega come to be the way he is in the book?

2. Why doesn't Florens' mother go with her to the new farm?

3. What causes Jacob to be so confused before his death?

4. How does the Widow Ealing help Florens?

5. What happens on the farm after Jacob dies?

6. What does Florens think about at night while heading to the blacksmith's house to comfort her?

7. Where does Rebekka find her biggest source of faith, and why does she think this is strange?

8. What does the boy in the forest do for Florens as she is heading for the black smith?

9. How is Jane described?

10. How does Florens feel about the task she is given after Jacob's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There were many characters in this book who were manipulated and persuaded to do things they did not want to do. What were some of these instances, and how were those characters affected by the manipulation?

Essay Topic 2

Symbolism is a very prevalent literary device used by Toni Morrison. What are some of these symbols, and how does their presence affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Fear is a major motivating factor for a number of characters in this book. Which characters are most affected by this, and what are some of the different ways this fear is manifested?

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