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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. In which chapter does Janie decide to skip school?

2. In Janie's case, youthful innocence is directly proportional to what?

3. In which chapter does the theme of fantasy versus reality climax?

4. After Janie confides in Reeve, he believes that she is ___________.

5. What is Mr. Yampolski's profession?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Reeve's explanation of Janie's kidnapping?

2. Why does Janie begin shredding the milk carton in chapter 16?

3. Does Janie believe that the Johnson's kidnap her, even after hearing the truth about the past? Explain.

4. What does Janie use her notebook for?

5. What is Janie's realization about her relationship with Reeve toward the end of the novel? Explain.

6. How does the novel end? Explain.

7. Why is Janie relieved that the Johnsons are screaming at her?

8. What happens when Reeve and Janie come home to in chapter 12?

9. Why do the Johnson's take Janie out for pizza? What are they attempting to do?

10. Explain the contrast present between Janie's relationship with Reeve and Janie's relationship with her family.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Janie's notebook serve as type of catharsis for Janie?

Essay Topic 2

Although Hannah is not physically present throughout the novel, she plays an important role. How does Hannah act as a driving force in the novel's action? What is the significance in Hannah's character in regards to Janie's identity?

Essay Topic 3

Janie's thoughts about the milk carton are constantly plaguing her mind, yet she feels as though he cannot confide in anyone. Explain how the milk carton increases the angst and loneliness that a typical teenager feels.

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