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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Carl tell Grandfather in front of everyone about what Grandfather has overheard?

2. What does Grandfather say has happened to his appetite for "westering"?

3. What is the one thing Jody remembers his grandfather talking about?

4. Why is Mrs. Tiflin suspicious of Jody's request to get his Grandfather a drink?

5. What does Jody plan to do in the early morning after his Grandfather has arrived?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing is very much a part of _The Red Pony_. Choose three instances of foreshadowing from anywhere in the text and discuss what each instance will come to mean.

Essay Topic 2

Write an argument paper discussing who is responsible for Gabilan's death. Make sure to use quotations from the text to support your position.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the character of Gitano, making sure to address the following key points: 1) Why does Steinbeck include him in the story? 2) What function does he serve in the text? and 3) What do we learn about at least 2 other characters from their interaction(s) with Gitano?

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