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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. Why is John angry at Lorraine's mother?

2. How does John convince Lorraine that they go visit Mr. Pignati?

3. How do Lorraine and John find Mr. Pignati?

4. What does Lorraine say about John's hostility?

5. Why does Lorraine listen to Mr. Pignati's jokes over the phone?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do John and Lorraine discover that Mrs. Pignati passes away?

2. Describe John's impression of Mr. Pignati upon meeting the man for the first time.

3. Which son does John's father favor, him or his brother?

4. Does John have any interest in the part-time job his parents are trying to get for him?

5. How does John convince Lorraine that it's all right for them to cash the check they collected from Mr. Pignati under false pretenses?

6. Why does Lorraine's mother have a habit of asking her the exact same questions over and over again?

7. What does John dislike about Miss King, one of his teachers?

8. Describe how and when Lorraine and John first meet.

9. What does Mr. Pignati explain about the charge card John finds in the man's house?

10. What uninvited guest shows up at John's and Lorraine's party?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

John wants to be an actor, and Lorraine wants to be a writer. Explain how their personalities and views on life reinforce their career choices.

Essay Topic 2

1. Analyze the depth and range of emotions John and Lorraine experience during the week when Mr. Pignati is recovering at the hospital.

2. During this week, do you feel the teens mature, regress, or a little of both? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Explain how the author uses Lorraine's narration to foreshadow what happens to Mr. Pignati in the end. Cite specific examples from the book, including omens Lorraine refers to.

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