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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. What do Miranda and her mother think may have happened to the item in #99?

2. In Chapter 42, Miranda writes a note to _______________ in an attempt to make amends.

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the words in #153?

4. What happens to Miranda, Colin and Annemarie's jobs at the sandwich shop?

5. The sandwich shop owner refuses to give _______________ a job.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some of the things that Julia does to annoy Miranda and Annemarie?

2. What is missing from the apartment one day and what do Miranda and her mother think about what has happened?

3. How does Miranda react to Julia's assertiveness in this section?

4. What is the Quack's reaction when he sees Marcus on the street?

5. What does Miranda receive from Richard for Christmas and why does it frighten Miranda?

6. Where does Miranda find the fourth and final note from the stranger and what questions remain for her?

7. How does the homeless man save Sal in Chapter 45?

8. What does Miranda see scratched into the mailbox after the homeless man saves Sal?

9. How do Miranda and her mother differ in their feelings about Miranda's mother marrying Richard?

10. What is the climax of the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the ongoing conflict between Julia and Miranda. What are the main sources of the conflicts? Why does it perpetuate? What does Miranda learn about the source of Julia's true anger? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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