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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. Who does Miss Annie say should be told about Ronald's effort to talk?

2. Where is the mailbox where Vernon mails his letter?

3. Who gets Ronald ready for the Special Olympics?

4. What does Vernon promise the Meyers in order to keep Mr. Meyers from pressing charges?

5. What does Miss Annie say is a fascinating fact about Eleanor Pappas?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Vernon make a list of Ronald's favorite things as they begin their shopping trip, what are some of the things on the list and what is Ronald's reaction?

2. Describe the argument Jerry and Vernon have about Maxine's abilities as a mother?

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

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

5. 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?

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. Describe the conversation between Vernon and Maxine at the beginning of chapter 25.

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

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

10. What are some of the instructions Miss Annie gives Vernon as he's planting the garden?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Who has stepped into the role of "mother" for Vernon's family after the death of their own mother? List some of her responsibilities. What is her reaction when Vernon's dad creates the schedule for everyone to take turns with the dishes? What are the reactions of the other children? Do you believe it's fair?

Essay Topic 2

Who is Maxine? What is her role in the story? How does she impact Vernon's life? How does Vernon impact hers?

Essay Topic 3

Who is Miss Marlow? Ms. Pappas? Mr. Gilberti? Mr Murphy? What are the roles each play in the lives of Vernon and Ronald?

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