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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. Which of the following is NOT a description of Mr. Foote?
(a) Deadpan.
(b) Stern.
(c) He has a graphic way of speaking.
(d) From Newfoundland.

2. In "Impatient Griselda," what are children called?
(a) Fry.
(b) Xenons.
(c) Pseudopods.
(d) Zaxons.

3. In "First Aid," what do Nell and Tig eat after returning from the hospital?
(a) Scrambled Eggs.
(b) Carrots.
(c) Peaches.
(d) Ramen.

4. In "Morte De Smudgie," what is Smudgie diagnosed with?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Feline Diabetes.
(c) Breathing problems.
(d) Kidney infection.

5. In "Two Scorched Men," which Navy did John fight for?
(a) British.
(b) Canadian.
(c) French.
(d) American.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Morte De Smudgie," who does Nell believe are adept at death?

2. In "My Evil Mother" what gifts does the narrator’s dad give her?

3. In "My Evil Mother," which card does the mother draw that determines the boyfriend’s fate?

4. What item was traded for François’ freedom in "Two Scorched Men"?

5. In "The Dead Interview," which film does Atwood suggest Orwell watch?

Short Essay Questions

1. Summarize the alien’s story in a few sentences.

2. What is the plot of François' play?

3. Describe the Duke’s death and the circumstances leading up to it.

4. How are John and François described in “Two Scorched Men”? What are their physical characteristics and personality traits?

5. Why is Orwell’s father disappointed in him?

6. How does Nell describe Smudgie?

7. How is Mr. Foote described?

8. What does Csilla look like?

9. Why are the aliens on earth?

10. Describe Tig's encounter with the ATV.

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