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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 sets his alarm for what time?

2. What does Raina's brother-in-law do for a living?

3. How old is Ben?

4. According to a billboard, ____ is the best fire insurance.

5. Where does Steve go after Ben and Laura are in bed?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the party held by Raina's friends.

2. What request does Julie make of Raina?

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

4. How does Julie describe her day?

5. How does Craig relate to the stories about Raina's childhood?

6. What poem does Craig composes about Raina as she sleeps?

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

8. What is the structure of Raina's family?

9. What mural is painted on Raina's bedroom wall?

10. What is Raina's opinion of the Garden of Eden?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Craig often thinks about running away. However, he does not run away, but realizes that he should be grateful for his family. Raina also talks about running away when her parents talk about getting a divorce. Later, Craig and Raina talk about running away together. Discuss running away. Is it a good or bad idea? Why doesn't anyone go through with it? What might happen to one who runs away?

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