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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. What is the name of Jannings' assistant?

2. Where does Martha work?

3. Who does Sheridan owe money to?

4. What is Howard Mitla's wife's name?

5. What does the finger in "The Moving Finger" do gradually?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "It Grows On You," how does Joe Newall die, and what are some possible reasons why?

2. Describe the finger in "The Moving Finger" and who sees it.

3. In "The End of the Whole Mess," what is Bobby's plan to save the world?

4. What change does Miss Sidley see in her students, and what does she eventually do about it?

5. What is the story behind the sneakers in "Sneakers"?

6. Why does John Tell run away?

7. Describe the scene of the bathroom when policemen arrive in "The Moving Finger."

8. In "The End of the Whole Mess," how does Bobby's plan go awry?

9. Describe Peter Jefferies from "Dedication."

10. How do John Tell and Paul Jannings become friends in "Sneakers"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In "Home Delivery," a town goes through a lot when it is invaded by zombies. How does the town unite to save the community from zombies? What would have happened had they not all united to fight the zombies? Describe some of the hardships that the citizens endure. Remember to answer each question with evidence from the story.

Essay Topic 2

"The End of the Whole Mess" is narrated by Howard Fornoy who has a younger brother who differs from him intellectually. Compare and contrast the characters of Howard and Bobby. What kind of relationship do they have? How does Howard treat Bobby, and how does Bobby view Howard despite their differences? Remember to answer each question with examples from the story.

Essay Topic 3

In the horror story, "The Moving Finger," the story relies heavily on suspense building up to a climax. What is the climax of the story, and what does it demonstrate? How does it emphasize Howard's state of mind? Remember to answer each question with evidence from the story.

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