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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Burton was at the poet's house they hear the sound of _________.

2. Larry asks Anna and Burton when was the last time they saw________?

3. Anna wonders aloud whether she should _______for Pale.

4. Why can't Anna read the note from Larry?

5. As she leaves Larry asks where she is going and she replies that she is heading to __________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Anna and Pale seem to have a sexual relationship in this story, even though they don't seem to have much in common or even want to date each other.

Part 1: Why do you think Anna and Pale cling to each other in this story?

Part 2: Do you think it's realistic for Pale to be attracted to Anna? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think it's realistic for Anna to be attracted to Pale? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Anna is also upset about the idea that Robbie's family never saw him dance, which was his one true passion.

Part 1: Why do you think Robbie never shared with his family his dancing?

Part 2: Do you think you would hide some of your talents from your family? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think Robbie's family deserved to see him dance? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Pale doesn't come to get his brother's things for over a month after Robbie's death.

Part 1: Why do you think that Pale waits so long to get his brother's things?

Part 2: Why do you think Anna decides to hold onto the things of Robbie, even though no one came to pick them up at first?

Part 3: Do you think that Pale has the right to pick up Robbie's things? Why or why not?

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