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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 Forty-four, what level will Tony, Conner, and Vanessa reach if they have successful meetings with their parents?

2. Who does Vanessa befriend in Chapter Nine?

3. In Chapter Fifty-four, after taking her medication, who does Vanessa insult at dinner?

4. In Chapter Ten, who escorts Conner from Dr. Starr's office?

5. What is the name of Vanessa's new medication?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Vanessa at Aspen Springs psychiatric hospital?

2. Why does Conner decide to become friends with Tony?

3. How does Conner view Dr. Boston?

4. In Chapter Eight, how does Tony describe the other kids in group therapy?

5. Why are Vanessa and her brother living with their grandmother?

6. What does Vanessa do at dinner that is unusual for her?

7. Why does Vanessa feel sorry for her grandmother?

8. How did Conner achieve Level One?

9. How are Conner and his twin sister, Cara, different?

10. What happens between Conner and his mother during their visit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As the novel progresses it is apparent that Tony and Vanessa have developed feelings for each other. However, Tony is portrayed as being gay. What happens between the two characters? Is Tony gay? Why might Tony be confused about his sexuality? Why might Vanessa be hesitant to express her feelings for Tony?

Essay Topic 2

What has happened to Tony in his life:

1) Where is Tony's father?

2) Where is Tony's mother?

3) What happened to Tony at the hands of his mother's ex-boyfriend?

4) How does Tony use his sexuality to get what he wants?

Essay Topic 3

Explain how the tasks at wilderness challenge bring the teens together as a group. Are the shared tasks a metaphor? If yes, what do they represent?

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