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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Willie get past Kam when the Jo Boys come back to vandalize the school again in Chapter 19?

2. What does Willie find inside the school that terrifies him?

3. Why does Sammy not put Willie into a Tai Chi class?

4. Why is Angel not grateful when Willie comes to her rescue?

5. What is Lacey's primary occupation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the ways in which Big Will's interest in his son are narcissistic. In what ways does he rely on his son's accomplishments for his own self-worth? How does this perspective affect his relationship with his son? How does Willie's accident, and later disappearance, affect Big Will's sense of self?

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

How does Willie's perspective on taking risks develop throughout the novel? What experiences change the way he feels about taking risks?

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