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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. What is Luke's favorite part of his day?

2. After Luke's mother calls him to come into the house from the woods, what does Luke do for the first time in his life?

3. While sitting on the attic step, after how many weeks does Luke finally give up trying to keep up with his family's conversation at meal times?

4. What amazes Jen about Luke in Chapter 15?

5. The books Luke reads that are his fathers, what are they about?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the author grab the reader's attention right away at the beginning of the book?

2. What does Luke see while looking out his attic vents in Chapter 8?

3. What does Luke discover in his room and what does it do for him?

4. What are the names that Luke makes up for his new neighbors?

5. What does Luke do all day to help pass the time?

6. How does Luke feel when he finally steps outside on his way to the Sport's Family's house?

7. What does Luke begin to plan in Chapter 12?

8. Who are the Barons?

9. Even though his family has a startling lack of empathy for his position, how does Luke show his empathy in Chapter 7?

10. Why is Luke afraid he will never be allowed outside again?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the beginning of "Among the Hidden", the main character, Luke, is a quiet, powerless twelve-year-old. He knows nothing about the world he lives in because he's never been outside his own home. Analyze the character of Luke, exploring his maturity level and ideals at the beginning of the story. How do Luke's actions and the things he worries about show how mature he is? Does Luke complain about his life? How does Luke treat the other members of his family? How is he treated by his family? Does Luke take his difficult situation for granted?

Essay Topic 2

One theme in "Among the Hidden" is the routine of Luke's life. Examine the theme of routine in Luke's life and how Luke strives to add something to break up his monotonous life. Does Luke have more or less freedom when his mom starts her job? Does Luke's new routine give him more time to think about the outside world? Does Luke try to do anything to break up the routine in his life? Has Luke begun to dread each new day? What does he wish for?

Essay Topic 3

Jen and Luke have both grown up with particular beliefs. Jen is very passionate in her beliefs and Luke is more subdued. Explore the recurring theme of belief throughout the novel. What type of beliefs does Jen possess? What type of beliefs does Luke possess? How do Jen and Luke's beliefs affect the decisions that they make in their lives? How important is it to have strong beliefs in life?

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