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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With the exception of Eleanor, what does everyone on the school bus have in Chapter 1?
(a) A green and gold backpack.
(b) A school bus-riding ID.
(c) A school ID.
(d) A seat they had claimed.

2. Who hugs Eleanor after she performs her poem in English class?
(a) Mr. Stessman.
(b) Ms. Anderson.
(c) Steve.
(d) Park.

3. What is Steve's last name?
(a) Dixon.
(b) Anderson.
(c) Smith.
(d) Wilson.

4. What U2 song is Eleanor playing on her father's stereo when talking to Park on the phone in Chapter 19?
(a) "Where the Streets Have No Name."
(b) "Tomorrow."
(c) "Barbara."
(d) "Bad."

5. What kind of top is Eleanor wearing in Chapter 27?
(a) An orange argyle sweater.
(b) A blue cashmere sweater.
(c) A men's t-shirt.
(d) A blue button-down shirt.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the novel begin in Chapter 1?

2. Who buys Eleanor an ice-cream cone in Chapter 23?

3. Who is the lead singer of the band The Cure?

4. Based on Eleanor's observations, how well does Park take care of the comic books that he lets her borrow?

5. How many mixed tapes has Eleanor received from Park in the beginning of Chapter 16?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Park's father's pickup truck signify in the novel?

2. Why is Park conflicted about having Eleanor visit in Chapter 19?

3. Why do the vulgar phrases on Eleanor's book covers cause internal conflict for Park?

4. How does Eleanor convince her mother to allow her to go to babysit for her father in Chapter 18?

5. What does the act of holding hands signify for Park and Eleanor in Chapter 15?

6. How would you describe the relationship between Richie and Eleanor?

7. How does the theme of appearances apply to Park in the narrative?

8. How would you describe the hardships that Eleanor and her family face financially?

9. What conversation takes place between Eleanor and DeNice after the fight between Park and Steve?

10. How is the theme of poverty illustrated in Chapters 19-22?

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