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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. Craig expresses fears about which of the following:

2. What is the name of Raina's brother?

3. Raina says the sermons are ____.

4. Why is Craig often ridiculed?

5. What is the name of the main character?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Craig feel guilty about his relationship with Phil?

2. How do the boys feel about winter?

3. Craig writes a poem as part of a class assignment. Why does Craig get into trouble? What is wrong with the poem?

4. What activity occurs that makes Craig feel bad about hanging out with Raina and her friends?

5. What happens when Craig and Raina find each other in the cafeteria?

6. Discuss Raina's letters to Craig. What do they contain?

7. Discuss the issues faced by living in an old farmhouse.

8. Describe the opening scene with the brothers?

9. Discuss the challenge undertaken by Craig and Phil each winter. Who is the winner?

10. Why does Craig hate school?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the relationship between Craig and Raina. What is the common ground for friendship? How does their relationship evolve? Do you think the relationship will ever change drastically? Do you think Craig and Raina will ever see each other again?

Essay Topic 2

Steve and Judy's impending divorce has taken a big toll on everyone in the family, particularly Raina. How will things change once the divorce is finalized? Why does Steve believe that it is just a phase? What are Judy's reasons for wanting a divorce? How might you react in Raina's place? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Craig is faced with a lot of pressure - at home, at church, in school, at parties, and at camp. Throughout it all, Craig manages to stay true to himself as much as possible. Discuss the importance of remaining true to oneself, provides example of how Craig achieved this in the book.

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