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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 is Henry suspicious of Kwang and Sherrie's relationship?

2. How many days a week does Henry work once Lelia moves back in?

3. What is a "ggeh"?

4. About how old is Grace?

5. How old is Sherrie?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Lelia lamb stew important to Henry?

2. How do Henry and Lelia react to the fire at Kwang's offices?

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

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

5. What happens to Eduardo's reputation after he dies?

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

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

8. Describe Grace.

9. How does Kwang react to losing Eduardo?

10. What sort of issues did Henry have as a child when he had to learn English?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Though Henry is not particularly religious, other characters in Native Speaker are. Religion is prevalent both in the poorer and in the richer neighborhoods of New York City. Write an essay that explores the theme of religion within the context of the story. Are different religions treated equally in Native Speaker? Which characters are the most religious? Which are the least religious? In which cases do the more religious characters pray to their god? What do they pray for?

Essay Topic 2

One of the prevalent themes in Native Speaker is that of immigration. By the end of the novel it is revealed that many of Kwang's supporters are immigrants. As result many of them are exposed and arrested. Write an essay that explores the theme of immigration within the context of the plot. What stance does Henry take on immigration? Does he support the idea of immigrants coming into the country and taking jobs? What are his opinions when it comes to immigrants starting their own businesses in the poorer neighborhoods of New York?

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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