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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 is the last name of Astrid's second foster family?

2. When Ray pays attention to Astrid, what does it make her feel?

3. What is the name of Astrid's biological father?

4. What career is suggested to Astrid by her second foster mom?

5. What game does Ray teach Astrid how to play?

Short Essay Questions

1. How has Marvel's racism rubbed off on Astrid?

2. Describe Claire and Ron's home.

3. Why does Ingrid change so much after she meets and begins dating Barry?

4. How do Astrid and Ingrid interact with one another in the beginning of the novel? Why?

5. Describe the power of books in Astrid's life.

6. How does Astrid feel about her biological father? What does she know about him when she lives with Starr?

7. What does Astrid think about when she is in the hospital after getting shot?

8. How is Astrid helpless when she lives with Amelia?

9. How does Astrid feel about Ingrid stalking Barry?

10. Why does Claire see Ingrid as an inspiration, despite Astrid's warnings?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Helplessness is a theme in the novel. Which characters are helpless, other than Astrid? In what ways is Astrid helpless?

Essay Topic 2

Consider symbolism in the novel, like the symbolism behind the white oleanders. Find three specific instances of symbolism in the novel and explain how it pushes the novel forward or creates a plot point.

Essay Topic 3

What events push Astrid to take part in risky and destructive behaviors? What does this tell us about Astrid's development as a character? Use evidence from the novel to prove your point.

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