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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. "Reposte in Tertio" takes place ______ after the conclusion of "Raid."

2. The Methodist preacher in town used to be a _______.

3. How does Ringo distract the troops who corner Granny?

4. How long does the search for Grumby and Ab take?

5. When does Bayard see Drusilla after Louisa arrives?

Short Essay Questions

1. Has the war changed Sartoris? How?

2. Why does Bayard place Grumby on Granny's grave?

3. Is Aunt Louisa's confrontation of Drusilla's masculinity humorous banter? Why or why not?

4. Why doesn't Bayard kill Ab?

5. What is the purpose of the rainy weather in "Vendee"?

6. After the war, is there peace in the south?

7. Why isn't Ab Snopes enlisted in the army?

8. What was Granny's motive in stealing and selling mules?

9. Does John Sartoris want to marry Drusilla? Why or why not?

10. What is the affect of "Vendee" picking up only days after "Reposte in Tertio"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Matriarchs and patriarchs in "The Unvanquished" are the clearest embodiments of the themes of the book. Discuss the role that the matriarchs and patriarchs play in the narrative, message, and themes.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the title "The Unvanquished" and why it is an appropriate or inappropriate title for the book. What meaning does this word hold for this story?

Essay Topic 3

The Civil War in "The Unvanquished" represents one shift in American society on a larger scale. An aspect of this is the shift from tradition to progressiveness. This is seen primarily in the battle-of-the-sexes that occurs between the characters. Discuss the ways Faulkner, through details and individual cases, is displaying this pivotal time in the South.

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