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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. How much longer does Henry say he will work for Hoagland?

2. What does Leila spill on the rug?

3. How does Lelia decorate her studio?

4. Are most of the members of Kwang's money club immigrants?

5. Which character wants Henry use an alias?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Henry decide to not tell Dennis or Jack about who was really behind the bombing?

2. Why does Henry suspect Glimmer and Company for being responsible for the fire?

3. Why does Henry agree to take up Eduardo's old job?

4. Why does Kwang start to call Henry "byong-ho" when they are together?

5. How do Grace and Pete treat Henry when they see him?

6. Why does Kwang try to get the waitress at the Korean nightclub to service Henry?

7. Describe Chun Ji-yun.

8. How were Eduardo and Helda found?

9. Describe Grace.

10. Describe the process Lelia goes through to make Henry's favorite dish.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

By the conclusion of Native Speaker, Henry and Lelia's relationship has been for the most part repaired. They no longer harbor secrets about their work and lives. Write an essay that takes an in depth look at Henry and Lelia 's relationship as it evolves over the course of the story. How do these two characters feel about each other as the opening action takes place? How do they feel about each other by the end? Is their relationship believable? What are some of the hardships they conquer?

Essay Topic 2

Henry is a character who internally struggles with his identity. Is he American or Korean? He can never fully answer the question. Write an essay that explores the struggles Henry goes through as he attempts to discover his racial identity. Where did Henry's struggle with identity begin? Who is at fault for the way he views himself? Did his father and mother ever question their identities or Korean heritage?

Essay Topic 3

Henry works as a spy for a living. The company he works for, Glimmer and Company, deals specifically with political information. Write an essay that gives detail to Henry's occupation. Is Henry's job glorified and glamorous? Is he paid well for his work? What does he usually have to do on an assignment? What type of people does he end up investigating?

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