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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the night that Boy Willie brings the young woman home, where does Lymon say that he has been?

2. Who accompanies Maretha upstairs when she is too afraid of Sutter's ghost to enter on her own?

3. Lymon compliments Berniece on what article of clothing?

4. What does Avery claim is doing God's work in the town?

5. Who does Avery believe is the only one that has the power to exorcise Sutter's ghost?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Storytelling proves to be one of the most powerful elements of information transfer throughout the play. Choose one story that was told during the course of the play, explain the story's significance, and discuss how this story is an example of the importance of storytelling in the Charles family culture.

Essay Topic 2

Dreams prove to be an interesting and important way for characters in the text to receive divine messages. Avery's dream, in particular, is given the most symbolic weight within the story. Explain the symbolism of Avery's dream as it relates to his future and the themes within the play as a whole.

Essay Topic 3

Both Cleotha and Crawley are remembered by their mourning spouses throughout the play. Explain how Crawley and Cleotha died and compare/contrast the ways that their spouses keep their memories alive.

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