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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 happens the last time King goes to the cabin?

2. Where does King's family stay in New Orleans?

3. Why does King not want to go to Mardi Gras?

4. What did King and Sandy make together when they were friends?

5. How did Khalid hurt King?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Sandy good at fishing?

2. Why does Sandy hide in King's bushes?

3. How does King know he is gay?

4. What does Sandy make while staying by the bayou?

5. Why is Jasmine mad at Sandy?

6. Who does King start to date at school?

7. Where does Sandy want King to meet him in a week?

8. Who is Old Man Martin?

9. What is Sandy's plan for leaving the state?

10. What does Mikey ask King about Sandy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring how Khalid's perception of gay people impacts King, even after his death. Use evidence to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring the relationship between King and Khalid. What kind of relationship did they have, and how does King's perception of his brother change after he dies? Use evidence to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

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

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