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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. Raina says that Heaven is a(n) ______.

2. Where does Raina's sister work?

3. Craig apologizes to which natural thing?

4. Craig begins to think about _____.

5. Raina asks Craig if Phil still _____.

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the trip to take Craig back to his mother.

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

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

4. How does Julie describe her day?

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

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

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

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

9. What request does Julie make of Raina?

10. Judy has regrets about her past and expresses them to Raina. What are Judy's regrets?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Growing up is an extremely difficult thing to do, particularly when one's beliefs do not match those of parents, friends, and family. Craig has a difficult time during his teen years because of various conflicts. Examine Craig's youth and the difficulties he had to face while growing up. Compare and contrast Craig's difficulties with any that you might face in your personal life.

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