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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. Jocelyn is in love with which character?

2. The children reminisce about a trip to which location?

3. Where does the character whose point of view is shared in Chapter 6 live?

4. Who was the famous punk poet of that era?

5. Where is Bennie from?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain some of Charlie's behaviors during the early part of the safari that shows her displeasure with her father.

2. How does Lou react when he sees Rhea and Jocelyn? How has the atmosphere changed?

3. What is the purpose of the visit to Lou's house?

4. Explain the author's flash forward. What becomes of each character?

5. What happens during and after the gig at the Mab?

6. Who is Chronos? What does he do that nearly gets him killed?

7. What does Jocelyn say about her past?

8. What event occurs in the bathroom of the Lassimo Hotel?

9. What is Rhea's explanation of San Francisco in 1979?

10. In the beginning of Chapter 2, Bennie meets with record executives. What is the topic of conversation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The last chapter of the book explains great leaps in technology and how they are used in the business world as well as in people's lives. Explain the new and advanced technologies. Give your opinion on the importance and use of each.

Essay Topic 2

All of the characters in the book are connected in some way, albeit it often loosely. At times the connections might be difficult to find. Explain the connections of each character and why that character and his/her connections are a valid and integral part to the story.

Essay Topic 3

The music business is one of the main themes in Jennifer Egan's "A Visit from the Goon Squad. Bennie is the first person to show real interest in the music business. While many high school kids are in bands and are absorbed by the music scene, Bennie Salazar seems to be interested in everything from the music itself to how it is recorded, produced and promoted. This interest leads Bennie into a life long career in the music business with all of its changes, ups and downs. Examine Bennie's career in the music business including the stint with the Flaming Dildos, work at Revolver Records and his involvement with Lou Kline.

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