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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. Which classical composer is discussed in Chapter 16?

2. What animal is Jack in Chapter 8?

3. When does the third opera mentioned in Chapter 37 close?

4. Where does Dr. Joseph find the research for his new execution invention?

5. Which dictionary is Dr. James Murray hired to edit in Chapter 14?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does a father's change of ways help his son in "Bad, Bad Ed O'Hare"?

2. What irony do the Mennonites enjoy in "The Truth of Grain"?

3. What dilemma do two brothers have in "All in the Family"?

4. What is General Taylor's missed opportunity in Chapter 30?

5. How does Giuseppe prove that he is definitely not a "Good For Nothing" in Chapter 29?

6. What is the invention of Dr. Joseph in Chapter 34, and what is its purpose?

7. What accidental invention is detailed in "Fall Where They May"?

8. How does an actress' past cause Harvey to include her story in Chapter 27?

9. How does Harvey describe the inspiration of a literary character in Chapter 13?

10. What issue does Harvey explore in the historical setting of Chapter 28?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the lessons that Harvey depicts in the lives of General George Patton and Henry Kissinger in Chapter 21 and Chapter 23. Use examples from both stories to explain the underlying theme that Harvey is delivering and what the reader should learn from them.

Essay Topic 2

Harvey points out the reasons behind some of the most interesting topics in his stories. Think of three examples of stories that explain a previously unknown reason for something. Analyze the methods that Harvey uses to accomplish this in the different settings.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the surprise endings of The Rest of the Story by analyzing the techniques that Harvey uses in three different stories that feature an unexpected twist at their conclusion. Be sure to also include why those specific techniques were chosen by Harvey and the settings where they are the most effective.

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