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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 MIlt give to be auctioned off?

2. What does Vernon steal from the Woolworth's store?

3. What kind of car does Boby Sullivan say he knows how to hotwire?

4. Where does Jerry say his brother lives?

5. What is Vernon eating when Maxine finds him?

Short Essay Questions

1. In chapter eight, Vernon describes seeing Ronald "change" when he becomes less fearful. What is this change and what's the result of it?

2. Describe the argument and fight Vernon and Tony have after the fair.

3. Describe the scene in which the "Pointer Sisters" perform?

4. Why does Vernon begin performing the magic trick for Ronald?

5. What does Miss Annie say is the main difference between Maxine and people such as Vernon and Miss Annie?

6. Why does Maxine say she and Ronald have mismatched gloves?

7. Describe the scene in Milt's that results in Vernon's outburst.

8. What does Maxine say about being smart?

9. How does Vernon describe his mother when he's talking about the family photo he likes so much?

10. What are three of the facts Maxine tells Vernon about Ronald while he's helping her do chores?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What do you consider the most important scene of the story? Fully describe the scene and explain its importance to the story.

Essay Topic 2

What does Vernon learn about Jerry's brother, John? Why do you believe Jerry didn't tell Vernon about John earlier? Where does Vernon meet John? Describe John.

Essay Topic 3

Vernon should have been very happy when Ronald tries to talk but he's suddenly frightened because of all the changes that are happening. What are some of the other changes occurring in Vernon's life and what are his reactions? Who does he turn to for help?

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