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

Short Answer Questions

1. While at the beach, what does Steve offer to buy Rusty-James?

2. After leaving the pet store, what does Motorcycle Boy do when he and Rusty-James get home?

3. What does Rusty-James hope will happen if he does not see Steve again?

4. Where does Rusty-James spend the rest of the day after he leaves Steve's?

5. Where do Motorcycle Boy and Rusty-James go after they cross the bridge?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the symbolism of Motorcycle Boy's color blindness? Explain how the author uses this handicap to reveal aspects of his character. Find descriptions from the text to support your answer and to provide evidence for your opinion.

Essay Topic 2

The role of women in "Rumble Fish" is one of disappointment and negativity. Select one of the female characters (e.g., Cassandra, Patty, Motorcycle Boy's and Rusty-James' mom,) and define how their representation is a reflection of Rusty-James' attitude. Find descriptions from the text to support your answer and to provide evidence for your opinion.

Essay Topic 3

How does the perspective of distance between the past and the present affect the main protagonist, Rusty-James? Analyze how Rusty-James' character has/has not changed during the five years since the night of the knife fight.

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