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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. Who asks Craig for help?

2. Craig gets into trouble for ____.

3. Raina says she wants to skip going to _____.

4. The Sunday school teacher talks about:

5. Craig is referred to as a(n) ______.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is special about Christmas break?

2. What is the result of the boys' argument?

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

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

5. Explain the scene with Raina and Ben in the kitchen.

6. Discuss the conversation between Craig and Judy, Raina's mother.

7. How does Craig handle being confronted about reading his Bible?

8. What are Craig's thoughts about Laura and her disability?

9. Describe the events at breakfast.

10. Discuss the scene between Steve and Craig as they work outside.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Popularity is a big issue for Craig. Craig never seems to fit in, no matter where he goes. Craig always feels different. The kids at school tease him mercilessly as do the kids at camp. Even Raina's friends do not seem to like Craig. Discuss Craig's lack of popularity. Compare it to Raina's outstanding popularity and discuss the reasons for each.

Essay Topic 2

At the end of the book, Craig is still uncertain about his beliefs. Craig tells Phil that he still believes in God but that there are too many contradictions in the church and the Bible. Examine the conversation between Craig and Phil. What does Craig'discovery regarding the contradictions in church and the Bible and how do they affect his beliefs.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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