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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. As Grace is preparing to go back to school after a long weekend home, what does she tell Richard about her feelings?

2. After taking a walk with Grace and Elise, how does Karina feel about helping Richard go to the bathroom?

3. How much does Richard weigh following Karina's trip to New Orleans?

4. How does Richard participate in the toast with his family?

5. What does Richard request Karina play for him following her trip to New Orleans?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is ironic about Karina's asking Richard if he wants anything in Chapter Twenty-eight?

2. How has caring for Richard taken a toll on Karina after the addition of the BiPAP? Why?

3. What is makowiec, and what happens when Richard asks to sample some?

4. What changes does Richard see in Karina following her trip to New Orleans?

5. After the incident on Christmas Eve, what two tests are performed on Richard? What are the results?

6. What situation causes Grace and Richard to grow closer together while Karina is in New Orleans?

7. While Karina is in New Orleans, what does Richard try to do? Why?

8. Following her trip to New Orleans, what surprise does Karina have for Richard? How does he respond?

9. How does Grace learn of Richard's diagnosis?

10. Who is Tommy and what information does Richard learn from him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The idea of his legacy is important to Richard. How does Richard’s opinion on his legacy evolve over the course of the novel? What point is the author trying to make regarding this idea?

Essay Topic 2

Denial plays a big role in the lives of the main characters. Explain how Richard and Karina each suffer from denial. What are the consequences of denial in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the characters of Bill, Kathy, and Ginny and analyze the effects each has on both Richard and the plot as a whole.

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