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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. In what way has Willie's accident affected the way that he views Marty?
2. Why does Willie not want to take the sleep medication that his doctor has prescribed?
3. What question does Willie ask his father when they are practicing in the back yard?
4. Why does Mr. Weaver want Willie to pay attention to every detail leading up to the game?
5. What is Willie's first mistake of the Crazy Horse Electric game?
Short Essay Questions
1. What explanation does Hawk give to explain why he did not make it to the school on the night of the fire?
2. Why does Lisa offer to help Willie?
3. What evidence suggests that Jenny Blackburn is a match for Willie in both athleticism and competitiveness?
4. Why does Big Will get angry with Willie on the racquetball court?
5. How does Willie discover that Jenny has developed a romantic relationship with Jeff Rhodes?
6. What suggestion does Cyril Wheat give Willie regarding his dreams?
7. Why does Willie complain that "they always tell you things when it's too late"?
8. In what ways is Oakland different from Coho, Montana?
9. What makes Willie think that Lacey might help him even though he says he wants him out the next day?
10. Why does Big Will suggest to Willie that he savor every moment leading up to the Crazy Horse Electric game?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In what ways is Kam, Willie's nemesis, similar to the old Willie Weaver? Provide specific evidence to support your observations.
Essay Topic 2
How does Willie's perspective on taking risks develop throughout the novel? What experiences change the way he feels about taking risks?
Essay Topic 3
In what ways in OMLC High School different from a "regular" high school? How are these differences important to the students who attend the school? Provide examples for support.
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