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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. What word best describes Conrad's emotions about Karen's death?
(a) Stunned.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Enlightened.
(d) Ecstatic.

2. What is a confidence booster for Conrad in chapter 20?
(a) His date.
(b) Talking to a woman who complimented him.
(c) Talking to Dr. Berger.
(d) Talking to Jeanine about his suicide attempt.

3. Where does Conrad pick up Jeanine for a date in chapter 24?
(a) At choir practice.
(b) At her house.
(c) At her work.
(d) At school.

4. What do Cal and Beth argue about while they are on their trip?
(a) Whether or not Conrad needs to be punished.
(b) Next year's vacation.
(c) Where to send Conrad for college.
(d) Beth leaving on her own to travel the world.

5. What does Beth think Conrad was trying to do by attempting to commit suicide?
(a) Attack Beth.
(b) Get attention that Beth was getting.
(c) Embarrass Beth.
(d) Attack Cal.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cal's mentor describe Beth?

2. What do Cal and his partner discuss at work?

3. What does Cal plan to take time off work for?

4. What does Cal tell Conrad about the fight he was in?

5. What is the best way to describe Conrad's depression?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Conrad's reaction to Karen's death.

2. How has Conrad starting working to achieve his goals?

3. How does Conrad prove that he is strong in chapter 24?

4. How does Conrad receive reassurance from Cal?

5. Why is Conrad angry at Jordan?

6. Why doesn't Beth want to see a counselor?

7. Why is Cal surprised that Ray knows about his family's problems?

8. Why is Jeanine upset about her mom's guest?

9. Describe the progression of Jeanine and Conrad's relationship to chapter 30.

10. Why does Conrad feel vulnerable after Karen's suicide?

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