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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. After walking to the store in the rain, what does Sammy do with his clothes?

2. When his shoes start to pinch, Sammy has a sudden memory of what?

3. At Glancys, Sammy determines his old friends don't want to hang out with him for what reason?

4. Who is the first friend to come up and talk to Sammy at Glancys?

5. What lie does Sammy tell his son, in regards to Helen?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the waiting room at the doctor's office, Sammy is solicited for what purpose?

2. Why does Sammy decide to visit Quinns before going to Glancys?

3. When Sammy awakens to a knock in the middle of the night, what is he afraid of?

4. After Sammy's visit to the doctor on Monday, Sammy cries while making dinner. Why?

5. How does Sammy react to the solicitation at the doctor's office, and why?

6. What is the method the police use to bring Sammy in for questioning?

7. In what way does Peter offer to help Sammy?

8. During the police interrogation, what do they use to bribe Sammy?

9. The police claim Leg (Donaghue) told them what about Sammy's weekend?

10. Why do the bouncers refuse to let Sammy enter Quinns?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the relationship between Sammy and his former family.

1) Describe Sammy's ex-wife.

2) Describe his son, Peter, and his feelings for him.

3) Analyze why the relationship ended.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay supporting or refuting the following statement, citing examples from the text: Sammy deserves the treatment he receives from the police, as he is guilty of meeting with a suspected terrorist.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the character, Sammy.

1) What is his history?

2) How does he live his life?

3) What are his struggles?

(see the answer keys)

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