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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. Bennie's old house is in the ____ style.

2. One of the members of the party is attacked by a ____.

3. Where does Jocelyn live?

4. How long is the safari supposed to last?

5. Who goes fishing with Scotty and Sammy?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the purpose of the visit to Lou's house?

2. Who is Chronos? What does he do that nearly gets him killed?

3. What is Bennie's opinion of the current state of the music business?

4. What is Scotty doing in the beginning of the chapter?

5. Explain the author's flash forward. What becomes of each character?

6. What does Jocelyn say about her past?

7. How does Mindy relate her theories to Charlie and Rolph?

8. Explain the conversation between Sasha and Bennie on the way back to the city.

9. Explain Mindy's studies and her observations about Cora.

10. What event occurs in the bathroom of the Lassimo Hotel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characters, plots, settings, and outcomes of the stories woven into "A Visit from the Goon Squad" by Jennifer Egan. How do the story lines differ? What is the conclusion of each story? Which lead character did you like better? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

The characters used in the story still have a lot left that can be explored. Write a detailed synopsis of a sequel to "A Visit from the Goon Squad" by Jennifer Egan.

Essay Topic 3

Write your own story based on at least two characters in "A Visit from the Goon Squad" by Jennifer Egan. Use Sasha or Bennie as the lead character. Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, synopsis, etc. Explain your inspiration.

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