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A Fine White Dust
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"A Fine White Dust" Quiz

A boy encounters a preacher and grapples with faith and doubt in a small southern town.

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  1. How does the main character, Pete, change throughout the story?
  2. What role does religion play in the novel, and how does it impact Pete's journey?
  3. Discuss the significance of the title 'A Fine White Dust' and its relation to the story's themes.
  4. How does the setting of the rural North Carolina town contribute to the overall atmosphere of the novel?
  5. Examine the relationship between Pete and his neighbor, Rufus, and how it evolves over the course of the story.
  6. What role does the preacher, Cecil, play in Pete's life, and how does his influence shape Pete's decisions?
  7. Discuss the theme of faith and doubt in the novel, and how it affects the characters' actions and beliefs.