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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Willie go back for Kam when the school is on fire?

2. Why does Lacey agree to let Willie stay?

3. Where do the boys at OMLC High School get the tuxedos for their graduation ceremony?

4. How does Lisa ensure that students who choose to run through the neighborhood actually complete the course?

5. What had prevented Hawk from meeting Willie at school as they had planned on the night of the fire?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways does the death of Willie's sister affect each of the members of the Weaver family? How do they each deal with the tragedy, and how does it affect their relationship with one another?

Essay Topic 2

When he leaves Oakland, Willie tells Lacey, "if it means anything ... you're one and one now. You broke one and you fixed one." Agree or disagree with Willie's assessment. Has Lacey atoned for what he has done to his son? Support with evidence.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze Willie's relationship with Jack, aka Telephone Man. How does he feel about him, and in what ways does he become a friend to Jack? Be sure to include specific examples and evidence to support your points.

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