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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. In Chapter 17, Richard is hanging out with his friends named Mike and _________________.

2. Richard recalls meeting a woman who could _________________________.

3. What was Richard's nickname as a boy?

4. Richard recalls a fear of ___________________ as a boy.

5. Who is Richard's wife?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Richard want to do for Dickie and why will this be a daunting task?

2. When Leslie prods him, what memories does Richard recall that might be the source of Dickie's anger?

3. Describe the time that a woman came to Richard and started discussing his thoughts.

4. Describe Dickie's sense of accomplishment in the water tower incident.

5. What is the premise of RUNNING FROM SAFETY: AN ADVENTURE OF THE SPIRIT?

6. Describe what Richard sees when Leslie encourages him to remember when he was nine, right after his brother's death.

7. What is Richard's memory of the water tower?

8. Why is Dickie sad about giving the memories to Richard?

9. What is the purpose of different people coming into Richard's life?

10. What story does Richard tell Dickie about his friends, Mike and Jack, that lets Richard know that he and Dickie are a good team?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Richard used more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two examples about loss in the book and then explain why the examples support the theme.

Essay Topic 2

Does the book end on a note of hope for Richard or the continuance of his struggle to come to terms with his inner child as his life changes and evolves? Give your perspective and two reasons to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Richard. What did he look like? What were his positive personality traits? What were some of his negative characteristics? What were his hopes and fears? What were his primary motivations during his life?

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