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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 is Jamey's mom described to Alex in Chapter 18?

2. Why is Peter said to have hung himself often?

3. Who does Alex fear will betray him and the police?

4. What does Dwight say he is okay with Jamey receiving?

5. What is Skinny's real name?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the meeting between Alex, Milo and Skaggs.

2. Why did Alex insist on having a meeting with Souza in Chapter 30?

3. What does Mrs. Vann say her involvement with Dr. Mainwaring and Jamey are?

4. Describe what happens to Peter's will.

5. Who poisoned Jamey in the story and what will happen to this person due to their actions?

6. What does Alex and Milo learn about Bitter Canyon in Chapter 22?

7. When Alex returns to the art gallery in Chapter 21, what does Alex learn about Gary's artwork that contains a book with the word diary on it?

8. What happens when Alex goes to find Mrs. Vann in Chapter 20?

9. What is found that proves Heather's involvement in hurting Jamey?

10. After Alex reads Jack's diary and learns about the potential problems involving Bitter Canyon, what happens when Alex calls Lou and the Bitter Canyon bonds?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Alex meets Jennifer in Chapter 16 and a friendship ensues. Who is Jennifer? What do the two have in common that initiates a friendship between them? Support your answer with examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

At the end of the story, Alex and Jamey's friendship has gone through several changes. Discuss the ever-changing relationship between the two and the impact they have on each others lives. Support your answer by citing examples from the reading.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the narration of the story. Who is the narrator of the story? Is the narrator dependable? How could the narrator lose credit for their thoughts and opinions in the story?

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