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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. When Wren got her learner's permit, where did she and her father practice driving?

2. What was on the ceiling above Joy when she had the abortion?

3. How old was Lil when a boy in Sunday School told her she could not play pirates with him and the other boys?

4. In the Center at one p.m., what was playing on the television?

5. Where did Parker propose to Izzy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Izzy remember about a visit with Parker's parents?

2. What happened when Beth's father found out about her abortion?

3. What did the waiting room look like when George herded five of the hostages into the room?

4. When did Janine have an abortion and why?

5. What did Izzy do when George told her to move away from Louie?

6. What were problems that Izzy was able to solve?

7. Why should Hugh have recused himself after he learned that Wren was a hostage?

8. What were the risks of having the tourniquet that Izzy placed on Dr. Ward?

9. How had Aunt Bex been a mother to Wren?

10. How did Hugh describe fatherhood?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

A negotiator is not allowed to be on a scene where friends or family are present. Does Hugh know that Wren is in the Center? Does he realize that he should step down? Why does he not step down?

Essay Topic 2

Objectivity is important in a hostage situation. Did Hugh remain clearheaded during the standoff? Was he able to be objective? What is revealed about objectivity through his actions as the negotiator?

Essay Topic 3

Olive takes a bullet for Wren. What type of person is Olive? Why does she take a bullet intended for Wren? What does her character reveal about sacrifice?

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