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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. What is Paul's biggest relief by graduation day?

2. Paul makes friends with whom his freshman year?

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

4. What award does Paul get in seventh grade?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens by the end of 8th grade that makes Paul more determined to hide his homosexuality? What is Paul's reaction to this event?

2. Describe Paul's social life in 7th grade. What does he do to make and keep friends?

3. As Paul plays as child, what causes an argument between his mother and father? How does each of them feel about Paul's playing habits?

4. What are Monette's two childhood memories before age six? In hindsight, what do these memories indicate to Paul Monette as an adult?

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

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

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

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

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

10. How does Paul change as soon as he attends college?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Paul has a passionate need to belong no matter with whom or where he is. Find at least three specific examples of Paul attempting to belong. With each example, explain his motivation and need.

Essay Topic 2

Jackie and Big Paul raise Bobby as if there is nothing medically wrong. What benefits and consequences result for Bobby and the family from this style of coping? Consider physical and emotional benefits and consequences.

Essay Topic 3

Paul grows up in a middle class family but earns privileges with scholarships to Philips Academy and Yale. Explain how Paul's taste for life changes from his middle class Andover background.

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