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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. Where was Doris educated?

2. What is the name of Colonel Webb's governess?

3. Where did Doris grow up?

4. Where is the Red River?

5. What does Simon tell Miss Pryor he hates?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Simon play 'La Savane' at Pryor House?

2. Who does Simon notice at a dinner after the war?

3. What happens to Simon in March of 1865?

4. How does Simon get to Galveston?

5. How does Mrs. Webb treat Doris?

6. What is Simon told about approaching a governess?

7. Where is Patrick from?

8. Where does Simon want to buy land?

9. Where did Simon live growing up?

10. What does Miss Pryor propose to Simon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay in which you explore Simon's relationship with his band mates. What is the nature of their relationship as a musical group? In what ways does their unit function as a sort of family for Simon? Use evidence from the text as support.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay in which you explore Doris's relationship to the Webb family. How does this relationship impact her behavior and goals for her future? Use evidence from the text as support.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay in which you explore Simon's trial for the murder of Lester Pruitt. Who and what helps to clear him of all charges? How does the death of Lester Pruitt impact himself and Doris?

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