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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 does Angela reveal to Tycho that she spent the $10 he gave her on?
2. Angela tells Tycho about her evening. She says she has been at a bar called ____.
3. In Chapter 12, when Angela suddenly appears at his house, Tycho thinks she looks ______.
4. When Angela hears the truth about the relationship between her mother and father, what does she realize?
5. In Chapter 10, who says, "Life's a real old puzzle, isn't it?"
Short Essay Questions
1. During her confrontation with her father, Angela learns the extent to which Dido has fabricated the story of her birth and Roland's attitude. What does she learn?
2. Although Mrs. Potter is very traditional, it is also clear that she tries to be supportive of Tycho. With reference to Chapter 10, show how she does this.
3. Angela and Tycho react in very different ways to the accident. How does each react?
4. Describe the conversation that takes place between Angela and her grandmother in Chapter 15?
5. In Chapter 10, Mrs. Potter's character is seen in much more detail. Describe how she is portrayed.
6. Dido finally tells Angela the whole story of the relationship between her and Roland. What does Angela find out?
7. What does Angela say and do that illustrates that she has changed her mind about Tycho and wants to change the nature of their relationship?
8. During his conversation with Dido on the phone, Dido says she called Tycho earlier and left a message. How does Tycho react to this news?
9. Chapter 9 is a pivotal one, in that Angela finally has a chance to meet with Roland. Describe Roland's reaction to the meeting.
10. Tycho asks his mother, while they are alone, where he got his name. What does his reaction to what she says tell you about him?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Seeing how upset Angela is at the meeting with Roland in the coffee shop, and his rejection of her, Tycho advises her to write off her father altogether. Based on what we know of Tycho from the text, what do you think are his motives for giving this advice?
Essay Topic 2
The accident involving the Cherrys seems to be a turning point for Angela. Explain why this incident has such a strong impact on Angela and how it is instrumental in changing her attitude not only toward Dido but also toward Roland.
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 2, Tycho's family is introduced. Describe the family dynamic of the Potters and the role each of the family members plays within this dynamic. How do you think having this particular family has influenced Tycho's personality and temperament?
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