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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 33, Richard tells Leslie that he is going to consider Dickie ______________________.

2. What decision does Dickie make in Chapter 38?

3. What does Richard tell Dickie that Bobby's death meant to Richard?

4. Chapter 23 opens with a memory of Dickie and his brother, ________________.

5. In Chapter 38, Richard realizes that Dickie has become more of a/an _______________ than a lost inner child.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Richard tell Dickie about his religious beliefs after the death of his brother?

2. In what capacity was Dickie at the charity ball and why is Richard upset by Dickie's behavior there?

3. Why are Richard and Leslie at cross purposes regarding what to tell Dickie about love and marriage?

4. Why does Richard use the word "different" to discuss marriage with Dickie?

5. What is a common theme in the book, and how does Richard use this factor to grow his character?

6. What conclusion does Richard come to regarding himself and Dickie's leaving?

7. What example does Richard give regarding taking a risk and doing something you love as opposed to doing what other people may think of as stability?

8. How are Dickie and Richard at odds regarding security?

9. What example of coincidence does Richard use to show Dickie that he should run away from safety?

10. What name does Richard give for his religion when Dickie asks?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The story in RUNNING FROM SAFETY is essentially told via flashbacks. What is a flashback? Why would an author choose to utilize a flashback in his work? Are there benefits to utilizing flashbacks when creating a work of fiction? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Bach is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Dickie. 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 interests and attitudes?

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