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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. At the end of Chapter 14 Peter receives his first pay check. How much is it?

2. In Chapter 19, Peter plans to travel to a location in Tennessee. How is this location described?

3. How does Peter feel at that start of Chapter 19?

4. By the end of Chapter 22, who does Peter realize he may be searching for?

5. What is "butcher night" as referred to in Chapter 15?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 19, Peter hears about a location called the Farm. Describe this place.

2. What is the significance of the diner experience Peter has at the end of Chapter 25.

3. How does being on the Farm influence Peter in a positive way?

4. How do the teachings of Stephen Gaskin influence Peter in a positive way?

5. Describe the Oliver family home.

6. What is Peter's job like while living in Murphy?

7. Describe the act of nature that occurs in Murphy in Chapter 17. How does Mary Elizabeth react?

8. Describe the altercation Peter is involved in during Chapter 24 and how it is resolved.

9. What happens during Peter's meeting with Governor Wallace? How does Peter's opinion of Governor Wallace change?

10. In Chapter 22 there is a terrible accident. Describe this event.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are numerous signs Peter searches for on his journey. What do you believe is the most important sign he receives and why? Do you believe that he missed any important signs that may have lead him in a different direction? Use examples from the book to help you with your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Peter's stay in Robbinsville, North Carolina. How does this setting illustrate the lack of acceptance in the world? What do you think causes the underlying tensions in the town? Cite examples from the book to support your opinion.

Essay Topic 3

In all of the photos Peter selects to show the readers, there are none of his wife Barbara. Why do you believe he omits these pictures? Use examples from the book to support your conclusion.

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