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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. How long did it take Luc and Oliver to travel to Jon's farmhouse?

2. What breakfast did Oliver eat after he and Luc reconciled?

3. What do the James Royce-Royces bring to the tidy party?

4. How long was Jon going to be in London?

5. What drink did Oliver make for Luc after they reconciled?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Luc's tidy party.

2. Why did Jon suggest that Oliver not come to their second meeting?

3. How did Luc fare socially at Jennifer's birthday party?

4. Why does Luc apologize to Oliver at Odile's home?

5. What do Luc and Oliver discuss on the train ride to Luc's mother's house?

6. How did Jennifer ensure her birthday party was in theme?

7. How does Oliver feel about Cam's article?

8. What lingering fear did Luc have from his relationship with Miles?

9. What happened at Odile's house when Oliver and Luc arrived in Chapter 25?

10. Why did Luc and Jon argue in Chapter 29?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do Luc and Oliver break up with each other? What is the real reason, beyond the superficial one each provides? Point to three pieces of evidence to support your claims.

Essay Topic 2

How would you characterize the relationships Luc has with his parents in this novel? Provide specific examples to support your claims.

Essay Topic 3

One major lesson in Boyfriend Material is that relationships, particularly friendships, are not always kind. Evaluate this lesson in the context of the book.

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