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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. Finish the quote by E.O. Wilson: ". . . homosexuals may be the genetic carriers of mankind's ________ "
(a) Happy medium.
(b) Demise.
(c) Rare altruistic impulses.
(d) Inner frustration.

2. Why is Paul attracted to Cody?
(a) Cody allows Paul to be open about his feelings.
(b) Cody encourages Paul whenever he is feeling down.
(c) His brooding artistic style.
(d) His Greek godliness.

3. From the following, what opportunity does Paul get from Yale?
(a) A trip to England with a scholarship.
(b) An internship at the Smithsonian.
(c) To be a Teacher Fellow for Dr. Paoletti.
(d) A lead role in an annual play.

4. What does Stratford Road bring into Paul's life?
(a) Life in a less hardened world.
(b) Rich friends.
(c) More bullies.
(d) A dog.

5. In Paul's junior year of college, what big thing does he try to be a part of?
(a) A member of the soccer team.
(b) A Senior Society.
(c) The annual play at Yale.
(d) A fraternity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What scares Paul about going to college?

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

3. According to Paul, what is the only dirty book he has ever read?

4. In order to forgive, Monette must learn to do what first?

5. Even though Cody and Natalie are not on great terms, why is Paul jealous?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Why does Paul apply for Philips Academy? What does he hope for at a new high school with different people?

4. Describe Andover, MA as Monette grows up. How does Paul's childhood neighborhood affect his decision to not come out with his sexual orientation?

5. Describe in detail what Paul sees as he gets his lunch by the sixth grade lockers. What is his reaction?

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

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

8. Why does Paul consider his parents brave? What shows that his parents are different from other parents in Andover?

9. What three things are against Paul when he enters Philips Academy? How does it tag him as a "loser" from the beginning?

10. Describe the atmosphere at Philips Academy. Include brief history, the students who attend, the faculty and staff, and school norms.

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