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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 Chapter Three, where does Eddie stop at the Pier?
2. What does Eddie feel after he has died?
3. What happens to Rabozzo when he becomes ill?
4. The reader learns that Mitch Albom is clearly trying to share what with the reader?
5. Where does Eddie meet the love of his life?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happens when Eddie realizes the danger is not over at the Freddy Free Fall?
2. What are the first images the reader gets of Ruby Pier?
3. What happens at Freddy Free Fall to cause Eddie to reevaluate the safety of this ride?
4. Discuss the significance of the title of Chapter Two, "The Journey."
5. Why is Eddie confused about the fact that he is still on Ruby Pier?
6. Discuss the meaning of the Captain's quote, "When you sacrifice something that is precious, you don't actually lose it. "
7. The readers learn that today is Eddie's birthday. What is his mood as the little girl approaches him in Chapter One?
8. What does the reader learn about "Eddie Maintenance" in Chapter One?
9. Why is it significant that Eddie's body feels like that of a child when he first meets the Blue Man?
10. The Captain tells Eddie that dying is only the beginning. What could the Captain mean by this statement?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Many themes are seen throughout the novel. Three that are most prevalent include: forgiveness, acceptance, and the importance of love in a person's life. Using the three aforementioned themes as points in your response, highlight what you have learned about these themes as used in the novel.
Essay Topic 2
Mitch Albom effectively uses symbolism throughout the novel. Discuss why his use of color as a symbol works to help deliver the impact of the rising action.
Essay Topic 3
In most novels, minor characters are simply used to assist the plot. In THE FIVE PEOPLE YOU MEET IN HEAVEN, however, Albom uses minor characters to more profoundly impact his protagonist. Discuss how Mickey Shea, Eddie's father, and Ruby are essential to move the plot along.
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