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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jack say he wants to stay outside?

2. Who does Charles call an idiot in Act 2, Scene 3?

3. What does Tucker bring for Jack?

4. What does Herder tell the family they should not rush?

5. Which character is determined to declare Jack insane?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the novel's chronological setting.

1. What were the main concerns during the 1960s? How does the author express these concerns?

2. How would the author change the novel if it was set in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how Jack's illness affected one of the following areas in his life:

1. Work.

2. Social life.

3. Intimate relationships.

4. Family.

Essay Topic 3

Aside from the main character, examine the way the author uses the other characters in the book. When does he introduce and take them away from the story? What effect does it have on the story?

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