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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 says that the trees have become ______.

2. Craig's parents present the boys with a new ________.

3. What does Craig attach to the mural?

4. Craig thinks a lot about which of the following?

5. Craig comments that Phil is a _____.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Craig say about his arrival in Michigan?

2. Who is at home to greet Raina and Craig?

3. Describe the story about people living in dark caverns.

4. Explain the incident in which Phil and Craig get into trouble for peeing on the bedroom floor.

5. How does Julie describe her day?

6. What is Craig's response to Raina's thoughts?

7. Describe the outburst scene between Steve and Ben.

8. How does the story about Socrates affect Craig? What does Craig do?

9. What does Raina say in the car that upsets Craig?

10. Discuss the presentation of the new bed to Phil and Craig. How do the boys respond?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Craig's visit to Michigan changed his life in a number of ways, from learning about a new family to exploring first love. During the stay, Craig says, "When I'd first arrived, we were full of restlessness and enthusiasm - awake to all sensation. The days inbetween wandered aimlessly and blended together - oblivious to any other world" (Chapter 7, p. 379). What had changed from the time Craig arrived until he made that statement? What did Craig learn? How was Craig changed from the experience? How was Raina changed? How might these changes affect each in the future?

Essay Topic 2

Bullying is a big issue, particularly in the beginning of the book. Discuss in detail how bullying affects the characters. Also discuss how bullying has affected your school and your personal life. Offer solutions to bullying.

Essay Topic 3

Religion is at the center of the book. Do you think that Thompson addressed the subject appropriately? Is it clear where the author stands on religion? Do you think that the book presents an unbiased view? Is the author "preachy?" Explain.

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