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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. Which of the following best describes how Bud is feeling at this point in the novel?

2. How is Bud treated in relation to the family who helps him out?

3. What is page powder?

4. What did Todd do to Bud with a pencil?

5. What are both Bud and Jerry concerned about in regard to their new home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the new librarian remember about Bud and Ms. Hill's relationship?

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

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

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

5. What happens to Bud's mother after she becomes angered over one of the blue flyers he carries as a prized possession?

6. What did Billy used to argue about at the home and why did he say he wouldn't be there much longer?

7. What is Bud saddened about at the beginning of Chapter 9 and where is he when this occurs?

8. What happens when the cops show up near where the group is trying to get aboard the train?

9. Who is Deza Malone and why is this character important to Bud?

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

Describe in writing how the picture on the front cover of the novel provides forewarning that the main character pictured there will be a strong character. Do you agree that Bud is a strong character? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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?

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