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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 does Bud head when he sets out after leaving the Amos house?

2. Which of the following is one of Bud's greatest fears?

3. Which of the following characters sneaks up on Bud and surprises him?

4. In what way did Bud consider the relationship between himself and Ms. Hill?

5. How does Ms. Amos keep Bud in the place where she banished him?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Bud's mother insist he be called Bud and not Buddy?

2. What does Bud call the book page dust and what does it help him to do?

3. After being stung, what does Bud insist on doing and why?

4. What would Billy pretend and tease the other boys at the orphanage about?

5. What does Bud dream about and what does this dream cause him to worry about?

6. How does Todd's mother react to the situation between Bud and Todd and why does Bud think she reacts that way?

7. How does Bud realize that the Amoses must have rummaged through his suitcase?

8. Why is Jerry worried about his new home and what does Bud do to help?

9. Why is Bud initially happy to learn about Todd and what causes Bud's happiness about Todd to dissipate quickly?

10. What realization does Bud come to after he sees the metal bars on the library?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways does Bud model the behavior of a well-seasoned adult? In what ways does Bud act his age? Why do you believe Bud can act both as an adult and as a child?

Essay Topic 2

How does Bud honor his mother's memory? Do you think he does a good job at honoring his mother's family? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

How can you tell that Bud is a law-abiding citizen? Does this surprise you as the reader? Why or why not?

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