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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. Why does Simon's dad joke that he is glowing?

2. What is different about Nora lately?

3. What does Simon say should not be the default sexual orientation?

4. When does Simon come out to his parents?

5. What does Abby think Martin is?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Martin quit the play?

2. What is Abby's reaction to Simon's honesty?

3. Why does Simon feel bad for crushing on Bram?

4. How does Blue respond to Simon's suggestion that they meet?

5. Who does Blue come out to in his family and what is their reaction?

6. Who are the first people to defend Simon in the lunch room and what happens?

7. Why might Simon be worried about returning to school after the break?

8. What does Simon mean when he says he will not recognize himself if Nick does not see him?

9. What metaphor does Blue use as a comparison to coming out?

10. What does Simon state has changed during his time emailing with Blue?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

If Simon believes coming out will not be the end of the world for him, why does he put off doing it? What factors contribute to his hesitance?

Essay Topic 2

How do Simon's parents react when he comes out? Does the book allude to the fact that they already knew or are they surprised? How does the author relate the information?

Essay Topic 3

Simon's sister, Nora, is beginning to grow up. What are some examples of Simon witnessing this? Why is Simon surprised that she is changing and how does he respond?

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