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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 does Henry say he will be back from his trip in Chapter 1?

2. Who does Henry typically sell insurance to?

3. As Henry is reminded at the end of Chapter 4, when did Bruce visit their apartment frequently?

4. Where does the team gather for training in Chapter 5?

5. What does Henry keep track of when he and Bruce are separated?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Henry do when he and Bruce are temporarily separated while touring?

2. As explained by Henry, how does Bruce begin playing sports?

3. What is Henry reminded of when Holly visits in Chapter 4?

4. Where are Henry and Bruce going in Chapter 2, and what do they talk about on the trip?

5. How does Henry respond to Dutch's further questioning on the train?

6. How do Henry and Bruce respond to the contracts they receive in Chapter 4?

7. What side note does Henry make before leaving in Chapter 1?

8. What does Henry do as he hears the phone ringing in Chapter 1?

9. What plans for the book does Henry discuss in Chapter 6?

10. What clause does Henry insist be included in his contract?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Henry's opinion of Bruce changes after he discovers the seriousness of his illness.

1) Describe how Henry refers to Bruce before learning about his illness.

2) Explain the significance of Henry's reaction to the doctors when they inform him about Bruce's condition.

3) Analyze the change in the way Henry views Bruce after he understands the extent of the illness.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the use of foreshadowing in literature, by detailing three examples from Bang the Drum Slowly.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the contrast in subject matter and tone of Henry's narrative in Chapter 1 as the main characters are introduced. Also, provide an analysis of how the serious storyline is presented through the lighter thought process of Henry.

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