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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. Cassia and her mother are alike in that they ______________________________.

2. How does Cassia feel about seeing Ky with Livy?

3. What artifact did Bram give up to the Officials?

4. What are Cassia and Ky doing when they get a chance to talk privately?

5. The Official tells Cassia that if her relationship with Ky continues, _______________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the Official warn Cassia might happen to Ky if they maintain their relationship?

2. What secret activity does Cassia ask Ky to teach her?

3. Why does Society not want Cassia to be with Ky and what is Cassia's opinion of that?

4. What very difficult sorting decision does Cassia make regarding Ky and his workplace?

5. What does Ky give to Cassia after they kiss on top of the hill?

6. Why does Cassia hold back from telling Ky that she saw his face on the screen at her Match Banquet?

7. What does Ky mean when he tells Cassia they are running out of time and how does he feel about the decision Cassia made for him at his workplace?

8. Describe how the connection between Cassia and Ky develops.

9. Why does Cassia have such a connection with nature?

10. How does the Official subtly blackmail Cassia regarding her sorting work and the choices she makes?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the book's title. What does the author mean by calling it simply MATCHED? What is he trying to emphasize with this emphatic style? Suggest three alternate titles for this book with supporting rationale for each.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Cassia's mother. What did she look like? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

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