Shiloh Quizzes

Think you’ve got your head wrapped around Shiloh? Put your knowledge to the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. Norma Jean's exercises for her pectorals ties in with what symbolism in the story?


Sex symbolism
Bird symbolism
Marriage symbolism
Death symbolism
Q. What does the Cemetery for the Union Dead symbolize in the story?


The difficulties Leroy has finding a union job
The tragic loss of life brought about by war
It's a typical Southern Gothic setting
The end of Leroy and Norma Jean's marriage
Q. References to log cabins in "Shiloh" symbolize what?


The housing boom in the 1980s
Leroy's "syrupy" love for Norma Jean
The past
emancipation
Q. Norma Jean doing goose steps around the kitchen ties in with what symbolism?


The quest for knowledge
Cooking unusual foods
Disability
Military
Q. What does the dust ruffle symbolize?


Covering up problems in the Moffats' marriage
A return to innocence
Homespun wisdom
Handmade vs. factory-manufactured goods