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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. Craig thinks a lot about which of the following?

3. Which of the following words best describes Craig's feelings at the party?

4. Raina is overwhelmed by ____.

5. Dave and Julie discuss going to ____.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What occurs after Craig gets home?

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

4. Describe the outburst scene between Steve and Ben.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 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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