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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. Where was Jon's farmhouse?

2. Who tells Oliver that it's nice to see him lose control sometimes?

3. How does Luc feel about traveling to see his father?

4. How did Luc and Oliver get home after Jennifer's party?

5. Who suggests they exclude Oliver from a dinner?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What did Luc learn about Oliver and his friends at Jennifer's party?

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

4. How does Priya respond to Luc's request for help cleaning his flat?

5. What did many of the attendees at Jennifer's party have in common?

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

7. Why did Luc go to the glass exhibit by Gavin?

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

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

10. Describe Odile's special curry.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In this book, what criteria define "boyfriend material," and how are these criteria challenged or upheld by the characters?

Essay Topic 2

The tone of Boyfriend Materials is humorous, even when the author mentions topics that are sad or traumatizing. What effect does this have on the text? Why do you think Alexis Hall chose this tone for the book?

Essay Topic 3

How do the main characters’ experiences with acceptance and rejection shape their outlook on relationships and community?

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