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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 time of day is Bud out walking when the man stops and whistles for him?
2. How did Bud spend time entertaining himself?
3. Which instrument is Bud given tips on how to play by one of the band members?
4. What does the man who stops for Bud tell him he needs?
5. How does Mr. Lewis' daughter react to the on-going banter between the two of them?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Bud learn about his father and how does he feel about this information?
2. When Bud goes out after waking up what happens and what does this make him sense?
3. How does Bud explain to the stranger his being alone and traveling to Grand Rapids?
4. How does Bud feel when he finds out he will be staying with the band for more than one night and what does this cause him to wonder?
5. What does Lefty explain to Bud about the box that he has Bud hold while the policeman talks to Lefty?
6. Why is Bud always suspicious of adults and what do they say to make him suspicious?
7. Why did the restaurant decide it was easier just to use the NBC initials instead of the full band name on the reservation sign?
8. What does the stranger do to soften up Bud and make him realize he wants him to help him?
9. How does feel about accepting the ride from the stranger and what does he do that will help him to feel more confident?
10. What does Bud realize when he wakes up the next morning?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How does Bud feel about the fact that he has made progress with the other members of the band, but Mr. Calloway continues to be cold with him? Why do you think he feels that way? Do you think he is justified in his feelings? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 2
How does Bud honor his mother's memory? Do you think he does a good job at honoring his mother's family? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 3
In what way does the author use foreshadowing throughout the novel? Do you believe the author is successful at foreshadowing events? Why or why not?
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