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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. Why does Ellen say it is silly to make up scary scenarios?

2. What did Ellen do before her sitcom started taping?

3. What did Ellen have to describe at the hospital?

4. What did Ellen think the compliment from the doctor really was?

5. How does Ellen describe some of the more unique questions her advice column got?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ellen do with stray animals?

2. What did Ellen think when she saw a woman praying for two hours straight?

3. What perks does Ellen say celebrities get while playing Scrabble?

4. What show did some of Ellen's friends think she could be on with her talent?

5. Why did the nurses at the ER laugh at Ellen?

6. How does Ellen say a girl could keep her friends from gossiping about her?

7. Why is Chapter 14 left blank?

8. What does Ellen say about her hospital gown?

9. How does Ellen define a celebrity?

10. What are some of the things Ellen says people can do to pass the time on an elevator?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What are some of the pieces of advice Ellen shares in this book, and what message does she send by giving this advice?

Essay Topic 2

How does Ellen end this book, and why?

Essay Topic 3

What are Ellen's memories of her childhood, and what does this reveal about her personality?

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