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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What movie is referenced in regards to the dream?
(a) Romancing the Stone.
(b) King Solomon's Mines.
(c) The Kind and I.
(d) Remains of the Day.

2. Paul wonders if God or ____ could be so cruel.
(a) Mankind.
(b) The universe.
(c) Fate.
(d) Devil.

3. Which of Paul's novels just came to be after seeing a certain scene on the street?
(a) Fast Cars.
(b) Drag Race.
(c) Street Vendor.
(d) Penny Lane.

4. How long will it be until the snow melts?
(a) 6-7 weeks.
(b) 5-6 weeks.
(c) 7-8 weeks.
(d) 4-5 weeks.

5. Who approaches Geoffrey's house with a warning about strange noises in the graveyard?
(a) Thompson.
(b) Colter.
(c) Ralph.
(d) Ian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Paul dreams that Annie is riding on what item?

2. What is the adjective used for Annie's robes?

3. Paul is frustrated because he cannot reach which of the following?

4. When do the stories take place?

5. Where does Paul find Annie's stash of drugs?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Paul able to know what is wrong with Annie's mental state?

2. What does Paul think about regarding the site of the car crash?

3. What is Annie's opinion of Paul's first draft? To what does she compare it?

4. What is going through Paul's mind as Annie explains her point about the "cheat?"

5. How does Paul describe the ceiling in his room?

6. Paul's skill as a writer often comes out through dreams and fantasies. Discuss at least one episode involving the sportscasters.

7. What kind of sounds does Paul hear from the adjoining room while he slips in and out of consciousness?

8. What does Paul surmise regarding his fame and Annie's actions?

9. What does Paul say after Annie smashes his knee?

10. Why is Annie upset at the tax man? What is Paul's explanation?

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