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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 work does Mike do for Chaz?

2. Who is Doug Goble?

3. Where does Remy work?

4. Where does Mike take Austin?

5. Who went to youth group as a child?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Doug Goble?

2. Why does Mike get fired from his job?

3. What does Mike do for work?

4. Where is Mike's favorite place to pass time?

5. What is Chief Seattle Days?

6. Who is always making homophobic comments?

7. Who is Andrew?

8. Where is Mike's dad?

9. Who gets an interview at a local newspaper?

10. Who is Travis?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Mike's growth throughout the novel. In what ways does Mike show significant personal growth by the end of the novel? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring Mike's desire to be a writer. Why does a career in writing appeal to Mike? What does he like about writing in general? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay exploring the theme of success. Many characters throughout the novel wish to live successful, fulfilling lives. For them, what defines success? How do certain characters engage with their individual ideas of success? How do they go about finding it? Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument.

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