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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. Richard feels like __________________ at the event.

2. Richard recalls that there were ________________________ in leaving security behind.

3. What does Richard think is the secret of marriage?

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

5. In Chapter 38, Dickie wants to know Richard's name for ___________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the basis of the conversation between Richard and Dickie regarding good and evil?

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

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

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

5. What does Richard now know that Bobby's death meant to him?

6. At what point is Dickie's name changed to Dick?

7. What advice does Richard give Dickie about handling life's challenges?

8. What does Richard feel about his role as teacher in his relationship with Dickie?

9. 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?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the significance of the book's title. Suggest three alternate titles for this book with supporting rationale for each one.

Essay Topic 2

The theme of struggling with personal identity is an important one in this book. Describe how it extends through setting, characters and issues and provide examples for each.

Essay Topic 3

The search for love is an important element in Richard's life. How was Richard treated as a child? How did he feel about his relationship with his brother? His parents? Does Richard find a rare love when he rediscovers Dickie? Explain.

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