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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's wrong with Miss Annie that keeps her from walking around the neighborhood?

2. What does Vernon plan to buy for Ronald first on their shopping trip?

3. What is the date for the Special Olympics?

4. What color are Ronald's new shoes?

5. What does Vernon do with the ribbons Ronald wins?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are three of the things Maxine says when she interrupts the mass?

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

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 is Vernon thinking when Steph arrives home that night?

5. What does the man at the clothing store say about Ronald?

6. 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?

7. Describe the letter Vernon writes to Miss Marlow.

8. Describe supper on the night Steph has a date.

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

10. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

While it can be argued that the move is the best thing for Ronald, what impact might it have had on Vernon? How might Vernon have filled his time after Ronald left? Why do you think so?

Essay Topic 3

Vernon initially tries to hide the fact that he's spending time with Maxine, Ronald and Miss Annie. Why? What are some of the things he does to try to keep his activities secret? Does he succeed? Should he have tried to hide?

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