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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 did King's dad find out about Khalid's death?

2. Where does King's family go every year?

3. What project is Jasmine working on?

4. Who did King used to share a room with?

5. Why is King conflicted about Sandy?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who at school does King think might have a crush on him?

2. Who does King give information to about the missing kid?

3. Who does King allow to hide in his tent?

4. What rumor is going around about Mikey?

5. What does Jasmine want to be when she grows up?

6. Who is Sandy?

7. Who is Mikey?

8. Who does King find in his tent?

9. What does King's dad tell him before he leaves for school?

10. Who does King run into by the bayou?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring how King's father's perception of gay people impacts him. How does it impact King's own perception of his father and their relationship? Use evidence to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring the theme of race in the novel. In what ways do discussions of race and racism show up in the novel? Use evidence to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay discussing King's talk with his father at the Mardi Gras Parade. What do they talk about, and why is it an important turning point in their relationship?

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