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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 part of Greta’s body began to itch after her mother died?

2. What kinds of popsicles does Flavia bring to the dog park?

3. What is the name of the ghost in Sabine’s house?

4. Which actor does Nicole frequently think of when she is anxious?

5. According to Greta, who are dog parks for?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Greta leave Stacy?

2. Why did Greta stop talking to Rob?

3. What was "Authentic Movement" in Flavia's childhood?

4. What happens after Greta finds the “PS” her mother left behind?

5. Describe the town of Hudson.

6. Why is Greta transcribing Om’s therapy sessions?

7. What reason does Greta give Flavia for leaving Stacy?

8. Why does Greta feel bad for Jelly Roll?

9. Why does Greta prefer to visit the dog park in the afternoon?

10. Why did Big Swiss have dinner with Keith?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Assess the relationship between Sabine and Greta. How would you characterize the type of relationship they have? Why do you think they get along so well?

Essay Topic 2

When Flavia learns the truth about Greta, she tells her that she needs to sit with her discomfort. What does this mean? Has Greta ever sat with her discomfort? Do you think Greta does look for an easy way out, as Flavia suggests? Is it fair for Flavia to say this to Greta?

Essay Topic 3

Locations play a significant role in Big Swiss. Prominent settings in the book include Om's office, the dog park, Cousin's, and Sabine's home. Choose one of these settings to analyze. What is the role of this location in the text? What details help make this location significant?

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