Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe Quiz

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Why is Dante leaving El Paso? (from Section 2 - Sparrows Falling from the Sky)

A relative has died, and Dante and his family are going to be with relatives.

Dante's parents are afraid of his friendship with Ari and are taking him (Dante) away to keep him safe.

His dad has a job opportunity out of town, and the family is moving.

Dante has been seriously injured in an accident and is going away to recuperate.

In terms of narrative style, the inclusion of Dante's letters in this section marks an important shift in what narrative technique? (from Section 4 - Letters on a Page, Part 1)

Structure.

Flashback.

Third person narration.

Point of view.

Why is it significant that, on their trip out to the desert in the novel's final moments, that Ari kisses Dante, rather than the other way around? (from Section 7, All the Secrets of the Universe)

It confirms for both Dante and Ari that Ari really wants to kiss Dante, and has accepted their shared attraction.

It confirms for Dante that Ari will do anything to make him feel better after the attack.

It confirms for both Dante and Ari that Dante can manipulate Ari into doing whatever he (Dante) wants.

It confirms for Dante that Ari is no longer angry at him for forgiving Daniel for running away from the attack.

What is the most likely reason that Ari sets up the rules that he does? (from Section 3 - The End of Summer)

He doesn't want to be reminded of the feelings that led him to do what he did.

He doesn't want to be reminded of the fact that Dante and his family are leaving.

He doesn't want to be reminded of the pain that the accident caused.

He doesn't want to be reminded of the wounded bird.

Why is Ari's Christmas gift to Dante significant? (from Section 5 - Letters on a Page, Part 2)

It recognizes Dante's love for art and for a specific painting in particular.

It tells Dante that Ari wants to kiss boys, too.

It tells Dante that Ari is done with their friendship.

It recognizes the closeness of their friendship while telling Dante that it can never be anything more.