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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 does Jerry say called his father the previous night?
2. What do the boys watch on television at Bobby's house?
3. Who does Miss Annie call after she learns Miss Marlow has been asking questions?
4. What are Mitchell and Ben "singing" when Vernon arrives home in chapter 24?
5. What does Steph ask of Vernon as soon as he gets home?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why does Vernon's dad say he never learned to read?
2. What does Vernon say about his father filling out paperwork for the children in the family and why does he say it?
3. What is Vernon thinking when Steph arrives home that night?
4. Describe how Vernon acts during the Special Olympics and why his actions prompt Miss Marlow to say that he's very good with the special needs children.
5. What does Miss Annie find out about the possibility of Ronald being taken by Child Protective Services?
6. What does Maxine say was her first impression of the city when she arrived from Carolina?
7. Describe supper on the night Steph has a date.
8. What is the conversation between Vernon and Maxine when Vernon tells her about the situation in front of the lady's house with all the junk in the yard?
9. What does Ben's mention of the library make Vernon remember and why does it make him change his mind about letting Ben and Sandra read his book?
10. Describe the scene in which the boys are trying to help Ronald find the perfect shoes.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What do you consider the most important theme of the story? Give at least two examples of how this theme is seen in the story and why it's important.
Essay Topic 2
Who has stepped into the role of "mother" for Vernon's family after the death of their own mother? List some of her responsibilities. What is her reaction when Vernon's dad creates the schedule for everyone to take turns with the dishes? What are the reactions of the other children? Do you believe it's fair?
Essay Topic 3
Describe the members of Vernon's family. What is his relationship with each?
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