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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Lorraine and John discover what happens to Mrs. Pignati, how do Mr. Pignati's jokes make Lorraine feel?

2. Following the party, what is Lorraine still wearing after arriving at her own home?

3. When John and Lorraine call Mr. Pignati to apologize, what do they offer?

4. Right before Mr. Pignati comes home from the hospital, what do Lorraine and John decide to do?

5. When Mr. Pignati is at the hospital, what does Lorraine confess to John?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the symbolic meaning the author is trying to attach to the the following:

1. Mr. Pignati's extensive pig collection.

2. John's and Lorraine's roller skates.

3. Bobo the baboon.

Essay Topic 3

Explain, in detail, what makes Mr. Pignati a tragic figure in this story. How does his suffering help other characters grow?

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