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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Paul believe Mr. Nindle is gay?
(a) The way he touched Paul on the arm.
(b) His interactions with the Apollos.
(c) The way he lingers in the locker room.
(d) His constant visits to P.E. classes.

2. According to Paul, what keeps him invisible?
(a) The families in the neighborhood.
(b) Society.
(c) Straight men who write history.
(d) Bobby and his father.

3. What scares Paul about going to college?
(a) That he will not do well academically.
(b) That he will not be popular.
(c) More years of secrecy.
(d) Leaving his family.

4. How does Paul feel about his situation with Kite?
(a) He feels guilty.
(b) It is secretive but exciting.
(c) He feels like a rebel.
(d) He automatically feels there is something wrong and different.

5. Who is Paul's main friend as a child?
(a) Toby.
(b) Joyce.
(c) No one.
(d) Kite.

Short Answer Questions

1. What guidance is available to Big Paul and Jackie as they raise Bobby?

2. Who is Paul's major influence in defining manhood?

3. Why does Paul not kiss Richie?

4. The greeting Richie gives to Paul by the bleachers is with _________.

5. Which one of the following is NOT true about Richie's club?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Bobby's character and how he manages his medical condition. How does Paul feel about Bobby and his capabilities?

2. Compare and contrast Paul and Kite's relationship to Paul and Richie's relationship.

3. What does Bobby's education consist of? How does he show appreciation for the Marland sisters many years later?

4. Compare and contrast how Alex and Paul handle being gay in Andover. What consequences are there for each of them?

5. Compare and contrast the student population of Philips with the public schools Paul attends in Andover.

6. How does Paul's dating affect him and everyone else around him as well?

7. Paul Monette follows what theory in regards to homosexuality? Explain the theory.

8. Even after befriending gays in the theatre troupe why does Paul feel the need to continue to stay in the closet?

9. Although Paul admires Cody, how is this relationship yet again one-sided? How does Paul place greater importance on popularity than friendship?

10. Describe the hierarchy of class among the students at Philips Academy. Where does Paul fit? Where does he want to be?

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