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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the main subject of "I Blame it all on Mama"?

2. In "I Blame it all on Mama," what did the woman do when Mitchell asked her about her drinking?

3. In "On the Wagon," what is the name of the man's girlfriend?

4. Which emotion does Jim feel most?

5. Jim's companion compares which of the following to necessary oil?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Is Mitchell a reliable narrator? Why or why not? What are some possible roadblocks for Mitchell to be a reliable narrator?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Jane, Lady Olga the bearded lady, has an interesting outlook on life. Describe this point of view. Has Jane given up on life? Has she given up on changing her fate? Is she happy?

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