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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 causes Paul to feel wrong about his actions with Kite?

2. Everyone knows Paul's new workplace by what name?

3. What reality does Paul face the night he spends in New York with Cody?

4. Finish the quote by E.O. Wilson: ". . . homosexuals may be the genetic carriers of mankind's ________ "

5. What makes Paul feel guilty for his acceptance to the three Ivy League schools he applies to?

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. Explain the importance of camaraderie in Paul's view.

3. What qualities/characteristics attracts Paul to Kite? How does his upbringing influence his attraction to Kite?

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

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

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

7. How does Paul relate to Jarrel's poem "The Woman at the Washington Zoo?"

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

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

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

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

Paul is always talking about moving to California and how he loves it there. Why does Paul remain in the Northeast? What stops Paul from heading to California? Are there obligations, fear, or something else? How does his decision to stay reflect on Paul's inability to move forward in his life?

Essay Topic 3

Write a description of 1950's Massachusetts and how the place and times affects Paul's life.

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