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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. How does Moon Shadow use his knowledge of the lead bully to his advantage?

2. What does the person waiting at the house share with Windrider?

3. What kind of models does Windrider make?

4. What kind of buildings are next to Miss Whitlaw's house?

5. Who joins Moon Shadow in doing something in the back yard?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Windrider react to Moon Shadow helping him attain his dream, and why?

2. How does Windrider test the science of the Wright flying machine?

3. How does Moon Shadow try to help his father with his dream of building a flying machine?

4. What does the military do with the Tangs after the earthquake?

5. What does Windrider choose to do after the earthquake?

6. How is Windrider supported as he tries out his flying machine for the first time?

7. How does Bright Star feel about Windrider's decision after the earthqauke?

8. How does Moon Shadow respond to the bullying he encounters in the new neighborhood?

9. How does Windrider convince Bright Star to leave the Company after the earthquake?

10. How does Windrider make money while building his flying machine?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many different characters in this book were persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord. What are some of these instances, and how did persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Belonging and having security were two themes present in this novel. Where did these themes appear, and which characters were most motivated by them?

Essay Topic 3

The characters in this book all had their own goals and motivations. Select four characters and write their main motivation throughout the book and how this goal affected the characters around them.

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