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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 cuts Jayber's hair?

2. What is the men's party in the woods called?

3. Where does Jayber keep his money?

4. To what city does Jayber head after leaving college?

5. What river is Jayber intent on seeing after he leaves Lexington?

Short Essay Questions

1. What role does gardening fill in Jayber's life?

2. What is the symbolism of the river in Jayber's life?

3. What is the environment of Port William like and how does J (who is not called Jayber) fit in?

4. Why is J both vulnerable and comfortable when he meets with Burley and Mat?

5. How does little Jonas get the nickname "J?"

6. Why is J torn between the ministry and a secular life?

7. Why does Jayber feel he has betrayed Athey when he talks to Troy about farming?

8. How do Athey and Troy differ in their views on how a farm should be run?

9. Why does J begin to doubt the literal truth of the Bible?

10. Who is Clydie and what is Jayber's relationship with her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Loneliness seems to be almost an unnamed character in the book. How pervasive is the sense of loneliness? Why does it have such a prevalent place in Jayber's life? Explain how an inanimate object or characteristic can be a character.

Essay Topic 2

The search for love is an important theme in JAYBER CROW: A NOVEL. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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