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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 item does Craig sleep with?

2. Craig sets his alarm for what time?

3. What is the name of Raina's brother-in-law?

4. Raina says she used to feel like ____.

5. What vitamin/mineral is on the shelf in the cabinet?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Craig view Raina's popularity?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 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

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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