A Gathering of Old Men
Quiz, pages 110-130 reading
Answer in complete sentences.
1. Salt’s real name? __________________________________________________
2. Pepper’s real name? _________________________________________________
3. Salt and Pepper are stars at which university? __________________________________
4. Describe Gil’s emotions upon stopping at the Marshall Plantation.
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5. What is Miss Merle’s reason for stopping by Mathu’s house and the Marshall Plantation?
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6. Explain the relationship Miss Merle, Mathu, and Candy have had.
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7. The past can powerfully impact our present emotions and actions.
Loyalty is a strong bond that grows stronger over time.
Violence is sometimes the only solution to resolving conflict.
Choose one of these theme statements and explain its connection to the novel so far – in
about five to seven sentences.
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