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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. Jane has only a limited ability to be which of the following?

2. What trend became apparent for Mohawk Indian religion?

3. How many notebooks did Joe have written?

4. What did the "Old Yankee" run?

5. What occupation does Jane dream of having?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is "On the Wagon" about?

2. How is seafood a symbol in the story about Hugh Flood?

3. What is a calypso?

4. What message does Mitchell attempt to send about gypsies?

5. Describe the "Don't-Swear Man."

6. Who is Commodore Dutch?

7. Why is the story about Joe Gould last in Up in the Old Hotel and Other Stories?

8. How does Mitchell describe McSorley's?

9. Why is it significant that Mr. Flood is a compilation of people?

10. How does technology affect Mr. Flood and Mr. Cusack?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In many of Mitchell's stories, characters are torn between heritage and life. Describe at least three examples of ways in which Mitchell develops this theme in more than one story in the collection. Also, explain what Mitchell's intent is in sharing stories with this particular theme.

Essay Topic 2

Which character would you choose to write a full-length biography about if you were Mitchell? Explain why this character made such a big impression on you.

Essay Topic 3

How do elements of humor contrast with elements of darkness in Mitchell's collection of short stories? Give three specific examples.

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