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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. How does Mr. Preston feel about Joey's mother not coming to the appointment?

2. How is Joey punished for hurting a classmate?

3. Who does Maria's father blame for what happened to Joey?

4. What advice does Joey get about moving forward?

5. What does Joey's mother do when she sees the dirty band aid Joey picks up?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ed tell Joey when they first meet?

2. What three things does Ed promise Joey will get from the new school he is attending?

3. Why does Joey's mother cry the entire time she is talking with the principal about Joey's accident with Maria?

4. What did Ms. Maxy do after the accident with another classmate that caused Joey's feelings to be hurt?

5. What was Joey doing just before he hurt one of his classmates?

6. What did Joey used to do after his mother left him?

7. What does Joey do when he gets hyper on the bus?

8. What does Joey do when he needs a break at his new school?

9. What secret does Joey share with the school nurse?

10. Why does Joey go to Pittsburgh?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many different characters in this book were persuaded to do things that they would not have done of their own accord. What are some of these instances, and how did persuasion affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

What happens in Pittsburgh, and why is this so substantial in Joey's life?

Essay Topic 3

Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?

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