3. What is the state of Thomas' career in Part 3, Chapter 2?
(a) It has ended
(b) He is a U.S. champion
(c) He is a world champion
(d) He is on hiatus for awhile

4. Why does Thomas fly to New York in Part 4, Chapter 7?
(a) To attend a funeral
(b) To go shopping
(c) To have eye surgery
(d) To get married

5. Who kills Thomas?
(a) A pimp
(b) Rudolph
(c) Wesley
(d) Billy

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Gretchen's new husband?

2. Gretchen feels that ____________ is taking over her life.

3. To what city is Rudolph headed in Part 4, Chapter 6?

4. Where does Gretchen go to visit the opening of Rudolph's new strip mall?

5. Which of the following is not one of the reasons Billy gives for his current unhappiness?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Thomas ruin his boxing career?

2. What are the two most important factors in Virginia Calderwood's overt flirtations with Rudolph?

3. Explain how Thomas' original return of the $5000 has resulted in a positive way for him after all.

4. How does Rudolph' help for Professor Denton come full circle from many years ago?

5. What seems to be the next step in Rudolph's career?

6. What happens with Gretchen and the young black man that makes Gretchen change her mind about continuing her studies?

7. How does Thomas' protection of his friend, Dwyer, in a fight ultimately have profound negative impact on Thomas' life?

8. What is the nature of Gretchen's struggles in Part 3, Chapter 4?

9. How does Jean's depression escalate into alcoholism and what are the first signs of the disease?

10. Describe Thomas' reconnection with his mother after so many years apart.

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