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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. What is Frank's wife's name in "No Flies on Frank"?

2. How does Eric carry on in "The Fat Growth on Eric Hearble"?

3. What time is it in "Randolf's Party"?

4. Nigel is referred to as "our little ____ friend" in "Good Dog Nigel."

5. In what kind of cottage does the famous five's uncle live?

Short Essay Questions

1. Compare the characters of Eric Hearble and Frank. How are these characters similar? How do they differ?

2. Describe the character of Frank in "No Flies on Frank."

3. What do you believe the meaning is in the line, "But would you want your daughter to marry one?" in "Partly Dave"?

4. Describe the essential plot for "Randolf's Party"? What are the characters' actions?

5. How does Lennon create the imagery in the story "The Wrestling Dog"? What is the setting?

6. What is "Good Dog Nigel" about?

7. Why does Frank argue with his wife in "No Flies on Frank"? What happens because of this?

8. Who are the main characters in the short story, "Randolf's Party"?

9. Describe how Lennon uses the illustrations to complement the writings in this book.

10. Describe the basic plot of the short story "Partly Dave."

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare the poems "Good Dog Nigel" and "Alec Speaking." How do these poems compare structurally and thematically?

Essay Topic 2

Describe "Absurdism" and "Surrealism" as they apply to Lennon's work in the book. What elements of the selections reflect these stylistic elements?

Essay Topic 3

Which selection from the book is the most nonsense-heavy? Describe this poem/story/play. What language is used? What is the story?

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