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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 far is Bakersfield from the Pacific Ocean?

2. In Chapter 43, what was the subject that Willow first helped Quang-ha with?

3. In Chapter 51, where is the vet located that Duke takes Cheddar to?

4. In Chapter 33, how many kids meet with Mai during the program for at-risk teens?

5. In Chapter 41, for what college class does Jairo need to buy books?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Quang-ha alarmed when he is leaving school?

2. Where does Duke go to live in Chapter 37 and why?

3. What news does Willow receive at the beginning of Chapter 55?

4. In Chapter 41, why is Mai enjoying life?

5. What does Duke briefly consider about Willow in Chapter 54, and why does he decide he cannot help?

6. Why does Willow mix water and sugar in Chapter 39?

7. What does Willow buy for Cheddar in Chapter 52?

8. How does Duke's first session with running go?

9. In Chapter 49, what happens after Willow and the other till the dirt at the apartment complex?

10. Why does Duke come to his apartment on Saturday in Chapter 39?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Willow quotes a poem when she is at city hall. What does the poem mean, and what is the significance of Willow quoting the poem at that time?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses various points of view in the novel to reveal Willow and who she is. Analyze the impact of the author’s choices of how she introduces and develops Willow’s character.

Essay Topic 3

Willow impacts the lives of those who help her in a positive way. Describe the people who help Willow and how Willow impacts each of them in a positive way.

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