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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 finds the shoes that are prefect for Ronald?

2. What does Ben say the cat that lives under Miss Annie's porch is named?

3. Who does Miss Annie say will help Ronald get into his pajamas?

4. What do the boys watch on television at Bobby's house?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What happens when Ben and Mitchell show up where Ronald and Vernon are sitting?

3. 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.

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

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

6. Describe the yard Ronald where Ronald stops to stare for so long, and how does Ronald's vision of the yard differ from Vernon's?

7. 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?

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

9. What is Vernon thinking when Steph arrives home that night?

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

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 do you consider the most important theme of the story? Give at least two examples of how this theme is seen in the story and why it's important.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the Special Olympics. Vernon says the Special Olympics changes everything. What does he mean? Was he correct? Support your answer.

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