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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. On the way to speak at the opening of the body-armor plant, Walter tells Lalitha he is tired of being what?

2. When Joey finally sees the materials he is to purchase for his job in "2004," what dismays him?

3. When Richard goes to bed one night in "2004," what does he find on his pillow?

4. What does Richard do before he leaves the Berglunds' home in "2004"?

5. What does Patty acknowledge at the beginning of "Mistakes Were Made (Conclusion)"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the outcome of Patty's relationship with Richard?

2. When Patty hears of Walter's "crazy speech," how does she feel?

3. In "The Fiend of Athens," what happens when Walter delivers a speech?

4. What happens to Joey's wedding ring? What does this situation teach Joey?

5. What is Free Space?

6. What happens to Walter and Lalitha after Walter's speech goes viral?

7. What surprises Patty at her father's funeral? What effect does this have on her?

8. Describe Patty's relationship with her children in the years following her father's death.

9. What does Patty realize about herself and her siblings?

10. How does Walter end up reading Patty's autobiography? What is the result of this action?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The characters in the novel all have varying views of freedom. Select three characters and explain their opinions regarding freedom and what their opinions reveal about each character.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze Connie's impact on the novel. How does she affect the characters and influence the plot as a whole?

Essay Topic 3

Is there hope for Walter and Patty? Why or why not? Base your answer on their history, beliefs, and behaviors.

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