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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 is Fatima's last name said to be in "How to Look (Both) Both Ways"?

2. What color ties do the boys wear at Brookshire Boys Academy?

3. Who always writes stuff on Stevie's shirt in class, according to the narrator in "Skitter Hitter"?

4. What is Fatima's house number?

5. Who is the guidance counselor at TJ and Jasmine's school?

Short Essay Questions

1. When did Fatima first encounter Benni Austin?

2. What is a red herring and how does this apply in “The Low Cuts Strike Again”?

3. How did the Low Cuts come together as a group?

4. How does TJ incorporate religion into his theory in “Water Booger Bears”?

5. Who are the Low Cuts? How are they described?

6. Why does Fatima make lists?

7. What is Pia's relationship with Fawn Samms in "Skitter Hitter"?

8. What do empy snack bags symbolize in “Water Booger Bears”?

9. Where do the Low Cuts go to sell their candy? How much money do they make?

10. What is a frame narrative and how is this established in “Water Booger Bears”?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and analyze the character of Cynthia "Say-So" Sower. How did Cynthia attain her nickname? Who are Cynthia's hero and superhero? Why? What characteristics make Cynthia stand out among the characters in Look Both Ways?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme of bullying in Look Both Ways. What stories in the anthology focus largely on this theme? What symbolism relates to the theme of bullying? What characters connect with this theme?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the characters of Bryson and Ty in “Call of Duty." How are these characters similar? How are they different? What makes Bryson stand out as a noble character?

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