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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. In "The Wasp Factory," where does Frank put the wasp's coffin?

2. Why do Frank's bombs explode in "The Prodigal"?

3. What does Frank compare space invaders to?

4. What does Frank do after seeing the animal on fire through his binoculars?

5. When Frank catches a wasp in "Space Invaders," where does he keep it?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Running Dog," how does Frank explain insanity?

2. In "The Prodigal," why can't Frank get an answer from Angus about his study?

3. What happens when Eric calls Frank in "Running Dog"?

4. Why does Frank catch a wasp in "Space Invaders"?

5. What happens when Eric calls in "The Wasp Factory"?

6. How was Angus able to convince Frank he was a boy?

7. What does Angus tell Frank about his gender?

8. What does Frank do when he sees the dog on fire in "Running Dog"?

9. What happened to Eric when he attended medical school?

10. What does Frank do when he finds Eric in "What Happened to Me"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the theme of disappointment in this novel. Define theme in your discussion and give specific examples from the book to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the three murders Frank commits, quoting the book to support your comparison.

Essay Topic 3

Examine Frank's places, including his third floor room and bunker. What is the purpose of these places? How do these places impact Frank?

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