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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. What type of animal is being hauled in a trailer?

2. Raina tells Craig that the way he talks is _______.

3. Craig begins to think about _____.

4. How old is Craig at this point in the story?

5. What is on the floor next to Craig and Raina?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Craig view Raina's popularity?

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

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

4. What does Raina say when she talks about Julie and Dave.

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

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

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

8. What request does Julie make of Raina?

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

10. Describe the outburst scene between Steve and Ben.

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

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 3

Describe Thomspon's use of foreshadowing throughout the book. Give at least three examples of foreshadowing. Give details and the purpose of using the technique. How else could the reader learn about the important information? What other technique might have been used?

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