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

Short Answer Questions

1. Both Ike and McCaslin agree that the land is _____________.

2. Which of the following does Ike not mention when describing the South?

3. Ike believes that his grandfather who bought the land actually bought nothing because ______________________________.

4. For whom does Boon want to ride to get a doctor after Old Ben is killed?

5. To what city do Ike and Boon catch a train?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 2

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Ike, Major deSpain and Boon. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Ike and his cousin, McCaslin. How are they different? How are they similar? What beliefs do they have in common and what beliefs separate them?

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