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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. What one thing does Aunt Dorie Kay regret not doing in her life?

2. What does Aunt Dorie Kay try to teach Lonnie to do?

3. What does Magnolia tell Tiger about Tiger's role in the family?

4. What does Tiger see on the clothesline when she gets home?

5. Where do Tiger and Jesse Wade have lunch together?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the author show that Tiger is becoming more emotionally discerning?

2. What changes has Aunt Dorie Kay made in her life to escape her past and what changes does she suggest for Tiger?

3. What does Tiger note about racial prejudice when she is in town with Aunt Dorie Kay?

4. What is Corrina's state of mind after Granny's death and what arrangements does Aunt Dorie Kay make for some immediate care?

5. What does Aunt Dorie Kay explain to Tiger regarding the reason for Corrina's childlike mindset?

6. How does the author show that Tiger craves a sophisticated lifestyle but still has a lot to learn about living in the city?

7. Why is Shorty so angry when Mrs. Thompson takes Lonnie's advice over his?

8. What is Tiger's behavior during the time of Granny's funeral?

9. What does Tiger learn about racial disparity when spending time with Magnolia?

10. Why does Aunt Dorie Kay feel so frustrated with Lonnie regarding household management and what arrangement does she make with Brother Dave to help the Parkers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of struggle. Identify at least two instances about struggle in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

What is the greatest lesson Tiger learns from her mother? Is it true that important lessons are also painful ones? What will Janey always recall about her mother that will solidify their relationship forever?

Essay Topic 3

There are several events of foreshadowing in "My Louisiana Sky". Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

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