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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 color are Brittany's eyes?

2. Where does Paco take Alex to talk to him about not doing the drug deal?

3. How much time passes after his hospitalization before Alex returns to Illinois?

4. Who is the new leader of the Bloods?

5. Where does Alex's mother take him when he gets out of the hospital?

Short Essay Questions

1. What order does Hector have for Alex to carry out on October 31?

2. What is the nature of the discussion between Brittany and her parents when they are at Sierra's house?

3. In what way does Hector's behavior serve as foreshadowing for danger for Alex later in the story?

4. Why does Alex feel so out of place when he, Brittany, Sierra and Doug visit an art gallery?

5. Why does Alex get mad enough to hit Paco when he comes to the warehouse?

6. Why is Alex arrested on his way home in Chapter 34?

7. Why does Brittany go to the garage to see Alex and what do they agree to regarding a new relationship?

8. Why does Alex become increasingly important in Brittany's life?

9. Why does Brittany end up breaking up with Colin?

10. What happens to Alex when he leaves Mexico and returns to Illinois?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of the search for acceptance. Identify at least two themes about acceptance in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

Create a character study of Brittany's mother. What are her physical characteristics? What are her motivations? What are her fears? What are her dreams? What else can you say about Brittany's mother?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of the novel's title--"Perfect Chemistry". Why did Elkeles choose this title? Is there an understood message in the title? Is there another title you can suggest that might be more appropriate?

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