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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. Who does Mrs. Luther want to get ahold of to help Antonia and her brothers?

2. What is Mr. Luther's first name?

3. How does Antonia find out about where her family has gone?

4. What is Antonia's mother's first name?

5. What activity did Antonia and her mother once try together?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Antonia's reaction to Jazz showing her the tattoo on her ankle?

2. What is the significance of the smell of bacon and eggs to Antonia?

3. Who is Shelly and what is her significance to the book?

4. What was Michael's role in helping antonia locate her family?

5. Why does Jazz hate her mother?

6. Why does Antonia continue to counsel Jazz even after she has told Dr. DiLeo for the second time that she cannot do it?

7. What does Antonia cite as her biggest regret, and how does disclosing that affect the story?

8. Why does Antonia tell Mrs. Luther that there is no one for her to call?

9. Why does Antonia feel overwhelmed when she returns home after her first day of peer counseling?

10. Why does Antonia continue to lie about her dad?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define the literary term "foil." Using this definition, give three specific examples of foils in the book.

Essay Topic 2

The title is an important element of any book. Write an essay that explains the significance of the title, Define Normal. Give three examples from the book that show why this title is a good choice for the message of the book.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Dr. DiLeo's character and his impact he has on both Antonia and Jazz. Argue that his actions in pairing Antonia and Jazz together for mutual counseling are justified. If you think his actions were wrong, explain why giving specific examples.

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