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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 far does the item in #38 have to be turned in order to be effective during the diving technique?

2. Where is Jonathan banished to as a result of his actions?

3. What causes a spinout instead of grace when Jonathan makes the change in #38?

4. What does Jonathan vow he will do when the voice says what it does in #24?

5. "Once one touches excellence in learning, ___________ are unnecessary."

Short Essay Questions

1. At what height does Jonathan attempt to dive from the morning after his accident and realization?

2. Why doesn't Jonathan feel guilty about breaking the promise to the voice in his head?

3. What does the voice in Jonathan's head have to say about gulls flying in the dark?

4. What does Jonathan do that no other seagull on Earth has done, making him the first?

5. What do Jonathan's parents think about his behavior when the other seagulls are eating?

6. What does Jonathan discover is the key to turning when he is flying at great speeds?

7. What does Jonathan realize is the secret to his success in flying close to the water?

8. What is the name of the morning's group of seagulls that are looking for food?

9. What does Jonathan's mother ask him to do when she sees him flying all by himself all the time?

10. What happens to Jonathan once he begins to tell other gulls they do not have to settle for a drab life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The idea of Jonathan being a freethinker seems to be both good and bad. At times, it seems Jonathan might be making more of a mess of his life than he needs to.

Part 1: In what ways does Jonathan's freethinking benefit him in this story?

Part 2: In what ways does Jonathan's freethinking hurt him in this story?

Part 3: If you were in Jonathan's shoes, what sort of life would you choose - a freethinker or a follower? What is the reasoning behind your answer?

Essay Topic 2

The role of the instructor in this story is one that begins with Sullivan. As one of Johnathan's first teachers, it is clear that in order to gain the knowledge he needs, Johnathan will need guidance.

Part 1: What kind of teacher is Sullivan to Jonathan?

Part 2: What facts does Sullivan reveal about being a Gull and being in heaven?

Part 3: Would you say the relationship between Sullivan and Jonathan is positive or negative? Support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Jonathan really wants to share what he has learned with the other Gulls, but he is prevented from doing so. His sharing could promote great changes, he thinks.

Part 1: What are some of the lessons Jonathan wants to share with the rest of the Gulls?

Part 2: How is Jonathan prevented from sharing his knowledge with others?

Part 3: Is this situation harmful or helpful to the other Gulls in the Flock? Support your answer with examples from the book.

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