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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 color are Ronald's new shoes?

2. Why does Vernon go to Miss Annie's house after church in chapter 17?

3. Where does Sandra say she found Vernon's book?

4. How does Maxine get home?

5. What is Vernon's response when Ben says Maxine is looking for him at the beginning of chapter 28?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Miss Annie say about her time watching television with Maxine and Ronald the previous day?

2. What is on television that prompts the argument between Vernon and Maxine in chapter 20 and what does Maxine say about it that makes Vernon mad?

3. What does Vernon say about his father filling out paperwork for the children in the family and why does he say it?

4. What does Maxine say was her first impression of the city when she arrived from Carolina?

5. Why does Vernon's dad say he never learned to read?

6. Describe how Vernon acts during the Special Olympics and why his actions prompt Miss Marlow to say that he's very good with the special needs children.

7. What does Ben's mention of the library make Vernon remember and why does it make him change his mind about letting Ben and Sandra read his book?

8. What does Vernon's dad say about the night Vernon tried to choke Tony?

9. How does Jerry's dad become acquainted with Miss Marlow?

10. What does Miss Annie find out about the possibility of Ronald being taken by Child Protective Services?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

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 invites Jerry, Chris and Bobby to go along on the shopping trip but the boys decline the offer. Why does Vernon believe they won't go? Do you believe he's right? Why or why not?

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