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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. Who is Hisham's new wife?

2. Why is Adele shocked by her new job?

3. What do Ann and Daniel do for school projects?

4. Why was Carol's older son a disappointment to his father?

5. Who molested the boy in #33?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Carol believe is the basis of some of Adele's outlandish behavior?

2. What does California symbolize to Adele?

3. Who is Art and how does Lillian's relationship with him negatively impact her life?

4. What is significant about the vacation Carol and Adele spend on Mackinac Island?

5. Describe the unfortunate events in Hal's life including his drug use.

6. How is Hal a disappointment to Carol and Jimmy?

7. Explain how Carol and Adele are dissatisfied with their lives and the men in their worlds.

8. How does Adele's mental health come into question regarding how she manages Christmas for Ann and the rest of her family?

9. What does Hisham's disappointing life symbolize and how does Ann feel about him?

10. Why is Adele jealous of Ann's burgeoning sexuality?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Adele. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Adele?

Essay Topic 2

Loss is an important theme in ANYWHERE BUT HERE. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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