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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. As they walk their bikes slowly, what idea does Mina suggest to Dicey?

2. What is clear to Dicey when see sees Momma?

3. What is Dicey's reaction when Jeff comes in to the market?

4. What does the doctor say to Dicey that provokes her anger and grief?

5. What is Mr Chappelle's comment to Dicey as she leaves the classroom?

Short Essay Questions

1. What family perspective concerning Momma occurs to Dicey as she does the Christmas shopping focused on each family member?

2. What is it about the wood carved chicken that ultimately has a big impact on Dicey?

3. What do Dicey's decisions about accepting a ride from Jeff but refusing to invite him in the house say about Dicey's attitude?

4. What does Dicey conclude when she first sees the failing home ec grade on her report card?

5. What does Dicey tell Jeff in response to his invitation to the dance?

6. What does Mr. Lingerle talk about during dinner that shows he truly is concerned about the Tillerman family?

7. What does the English teacher comment about Dicey's essay that she refuses to respond to?

8. What does Dicey immediately do the same night Gram gives the advice about letting others help.

9. What does Gram tell Dicey about life when she hears about how Mina defended Dicey in front of the teacher and the class.

10. What is the principle involved when Sammy flatly refuses to discuss the reason for fighting on the bus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Setting and circumstances of Gram are central to the development of the kids progress as they settle in at the farm. Gram's isolation at the farm and minimalist life style are two factors. Provide a typical day to day description of Gram's week at the farm at a point several months before the kids appear on the scene.

Essay Topic 2

When they are at the bedside of Momma, at separate times both Gram and Dicey take hold of Momma's hand and speak to Momma. Elaborate on the author's idea that holding on is not the same as steering, controlling, and directing.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the character and personality of James Tillerman. Describe three instances where his thoughts, comments or actions demonstrate a superior intellect.

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