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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ralph say was the special treat to the parade fans?

2. Why is Ralph searching for a book in his parents' room?

3. What instrument was Ralph playing when it malfunctioned?

4. What did Ralph learn about life, commercialism, and capitalism?

5. Ralph says that a lot can be learned about a man based on:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the Old Man and Ralph's mother. Why weren't they given actual names? What was their relationship like with each other? What was their relationship like with Ralph? How did they each influence and shape Ralph?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme "an outsider looking in" and how it affected the book and Ralph as a character.

Essay Topic 3

The Bully played a major role in Ralph's childhood. Why did the Bully affect him so much before and after the incident he had with Grover Dill? What does he say about bullies in adulthood? Is everyone affected by a bully at some point in life? Why or why not? Cite examples from the book.

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