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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Ralph's father complain to about the damages?

2. What does each woman receive during Doppler's newest promotion?

3. What does Kissel's creation eventually do?

4. What does Ralph's father bring home each year from the summer job?

5. What does Ralph want Flick to make him to drink?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The BB gun was an important gift in Ralph's childhood and remains something he clearly is fond of in his adult life. Why was it such an important gift and time in his life? Why does he remember every detail as an adult? What do you think he learned from that story?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme "Nothing in life is free" as described in the book. Give examples of how it was used throughout the book. Include your opinion as to whether that statement is true or false, using personal examples.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the Midwesterner Mind and why it was such a prevalent ideology throughout the book. Use examples.

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