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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 often asks for ____.

2. Raina and Craig are _____.

3. What is the name of the main character's younger brother?

4. Craig grows up striving for the ____ world.

5. When Craig was little he thought it was caused by ____.

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss Raina's family.

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

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

4. What are Raina's thoughts about static? What is Craig's story?

5. Describe the opening scene with the brothers?

6. What are Craig's thoughts about living?

7. How do the boys feel about winter?

8. Describe the events at breakfast.

9. Discuss the conversation between Craig and his minister.

10. What are Craig's feelings about Raina when they kiss?

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

Art is Craig's life. Ever since he and Phil were young children, they spent a great deal of time creating art. Give at least five examples in which art has played a major role in Craig's life. Discuss Craig's confusion about the direction of his art as well as his final decision.

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