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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. Why is Alex Robbins suspicious when he learns of the Moors' plan to hold a graduation celebration?

2. The Moors make arrangements to hire how large a band for the graduation event?

3. His sister advises Rufus she wants him to do what after the Gassers rough her up and cut her hair?

4. What does Rufus notice about the Gassers' dates later?

5. Pelican does what in response to the proposal Rufus makes to him?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the Moors get the Gassers to the location where they trip and fall over?

2. How does Rufus Henry gain possession of the Gassers' car and destroy it?

3. What happens when Willie takes the Moors to see the gun he has obtained?

4. What is Alex Robbins' reaction when the Moors tell him they desire to host a black-tie event at a local hall, including several hundred guests as well as police presence?

5. While hanging out at Baby Gibson's building getting drunk and telling stories, what does Rufus Henry realize?

6. What proposal does Rufus Henry make to the leader of the Aztecs after Pelican Smith says no?

7. What happens when Rufus Henry comes out of the back office after calling for fire department assistance?

8. What task does Rufus Henry have Idell and Baby Gibson perform in preparation for the rumble with the Gassers?

9. On Friday night of the graduation celebration, what does Rufus Henry observe as he makes his way to the event with his date?

10. After they trip over the wire running between the two sheds, what causes the Gassers to think they are hearing guns firing?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapters 4-6, Frank Bonham focuses on characterization of Rufus Henry. What sort of definable character does Bonham craft Rufus into? How is he displayed to be a dreamer? How is he shown to have a strong practical side? How do Rufus' age and the environment he has come from come into play?

Essay Topic 2

What are the ways in which Frank Bonham demonstrates that Rufus Henry's maintenance of an emotionless façade is critical to him? How are sunglasses a significant symbol in this story? In what fashion does Rufus unnerve his opponents in fights? Why does Rufus attempt to hide his appreciation of Ernie Brown as a football hero, although the other youths are clearly his fans?

Essay Topic 3

Expand on why neither Mrs. Henry nor Rufus Henry want to file a police report subsequent to the Gassers roughing up Janet Henry and cutting off one of her pigtails. What are the reasons Mrs. Henry does not want to file a complaint? What are the reasons Rufus does not want to? Why is it Rufus wants to settle the matter in his own way when it might get him into trouble and possibly eliminate his scholarship possibilities?

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