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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mattie say is her only reward?

2. Why does Dudley think it best if John is aware of Mattie's condition?

3. Who comes to the house to talk to John?

4. What does Jeff tell Mattie to do with his uniform?

5. How much gratitude did Mattie's sisters show for what John and Mattie did for them.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the role of black men in the 1970s. What precedents did they feel compelled to follow? What restrictions did they have? Did they enjoy any freedoms that 21st century men do not?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of hope. Identify at least two themes about hope in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the overall setting for the play. Why does Walker use the setting he does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

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