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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. Who is Blue Lips?

2. What is Juliet's last night with Kira like?

3. Who tells Juliet about The Ladies' Gallery?

4. Who is Lupe?

5. Why does Harlowe leave Lupe's?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was surprisingly nervous for the reading?

2. Who are the Clipper Queerz?

3. Who leaves Juliet a troubling voicemail?

4. What does Lupe give Juliet?

5. Who is Luz Angel?

6. What does Ava think of Harlowe?

7. Who gives Juliet a ride on a motorcycle?

8. Who confronts Harlowe about what she did to Juliet at the reading?

9. Who tells Juliet about The Ladies' Gallery?

10. What does Kira write on Juliet's arm?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Juliet's experience in finding community during her first summer away from home. How and where does she find community, and what does the experience do for her? Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay exploring Juliet's decision to escape Portland for a weekend in Miami with her family. Why does Juliet make this decision, and in what ways does the trip end up being the right choice? Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

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