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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Tex ask for?

2. How long does Mason think Pop will stay?

3. What do Mason and Tex do to relax?

4. Why doesn't Tex stop Lem from making one stop on his way back to the city?

5. Why can't Tex shoot the people that Lem is talking to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

This novel has several examples of irony in it. Write an essay about these examples, being sure to include at least three examples of irony. Explain why they are ironic and how the author develops this sense throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing the many good choices that Tex makes throughout the novel. Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your essay.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing in detail the relationship between Tex and Mason and how it changes throughout the novel.

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