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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Lacey's primary occupation?

3. What finally ends the game between Willie and Jack?

4. How does the bus driver try to help Willie when he realizes that the Jo Boys are after him?

5. Why does Lacey agree to let Willie stay?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Compare and contrast Oakland, California and Coho, Montana. What experiences is Willie unprepared for upon his arrival in Oakland, and how does he learn to adapt? Provide evidence from the text to support your observations.

Essay Topic 3

When Lisa talks about Willie's accident, she refers to it as "you crippled yourself" as opposed to saying "you got crippled." Explain her reason for choosing to phrase it this way, and explain whether or not you agree with her perspective. Provide evidence from the novel to support your point.

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