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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. On what date did Johnny's parents receive a call that a neurologist had seen their son, and they thought that Johnny had a brain tumor?

2. While he was at Dr. Gerson's Nursing Home, the doctor took Johnny off what medication and insisted that he rest for several weeks?

3. In Chapter 3, although Johnny's strength was better, the bump began to get worse, becoming two bumps and then what?

4. In Chapter 4, the surgeon had gone how deep into Johnny's brain but had never penetrated to healthy brain tissue?

5. Johnny saw another specialist when in Chapter 4 who offered some hope?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was controversial about Dr. Gerson's form of treatment, as discussed in Chapter 3? How did Johnny feel about it?

2. What was Johnny's condition like when he entered Dr. Gerson's Nursing Home in Chapter 3? How was his recovery there?

3. How did Johnny's studies progress in Chapter 4? What motivated Johnny in this regard?

4. Where did Johnny stay after leaving the Neurological Institute in Chapter 2? Why?

5. What information did Johnny's family receive after his surgery in Chapter 4? How did Johnny recover from the operation?

6. How did Johnny act during his treatment in Chapter 1? What was his prognosis at this point?

7. What interactions with others did Johnny have while at Dr. Gerson's Nursing Home in Chapter 3?

8. What interests drew Johnny as a young boy, according to the author in the Foreword?

9. Describe Johnny's first operation. When did it take place and where? What was the objective of the operation?

10. What treatment did Johnny receive at Dr. Gerson's Nursing Home in Chapter 3?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Johnny's relationship with Mary in the narrative. How did Mary feel about Johnny? What was her reaction to his condition?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme of denial in the book. How did Johnny attempt to block out the seriousness of his condition?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the qualities of Johnny's character as narrated in the book. What virtuous acts was Johnny capable of? How did Johnny's character influence those around him?

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