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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Spunk say caused his death?

2. What does Walter say is the only thing Joe ever wanted?

3. Who goes to the wake in Chapter 4?

4. Who is Walter talking to in Chapter 3?

5. What does the animal in Chapter 3 do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The title of Hurston's work, "Spunk," seems straightforward, yet it indicates a particular significance about one character. In your opinion, why does Hurston choose this particular title? What does this title signify? What does it tell readers about the story?

Essay Topic 2

What do you think is the main theme of Hurston's book? Identify at least three events in "Spunk" that communicate this theme.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the deaths of Joe and Spunk. How is the way each of them die reflective of their characters?

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