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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. Who does Rod give some time off the stopes after the accident?

2. Whose death does Rod acknowledge at the mining meeting?

3. How many dead men does Rod see underground?

4. Where does King go after the mining ceremony?

5. For what area is the geology and hydrophysics discussed regarding the mine?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Manfred's week of triumphs entail in Europe?

2. How does Rod meet Teresa?

3. What is Manfred's typical gambling streak of losing?

4. How does Johnny start drilling quicker than others?

5. Describe what happens to Rod and Terry after he gets promoted.

6. Describe Hurry Hirschfield.

7. Where is Frank Lemmler during the blast at the mine?

8. Describe Johnny and Constantine's altercation at the hotel where he goes dancing.

9. Why does Manfred need Teresa's help?

10. Why does Teresa change clothes?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Smith employs simple, minimalist, highly controlled, meticulous yet effective language contrasted with complex language at times to convey powerful imagery and ideas. Both styles employ powerful symbolism. Choose an example of symbolism, briefly describe it, and identify the technique which it embodies.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in "Gold Mine". Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Rod and Manfred are two of the most active characters.

Part 1) What is their relationship? How do they co-exist and how do they interact? What is similar about them and what is different?

Part 2) What are some events that Rod had a direct influence upon? What are some events that Manfred had a direct influence upon?

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