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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. What does Richard tell Dickie about Dickie's future?

2. What does Richard do that improves his enjoyment of the event?

3. What subject does Leslie ask Richard if he is going to talk to Dickie about?

4. What advice does Richard give to Dickie regarding life's storms?

5. What does Leslie want Richard to tell Dickie that next time he sees him?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Richard mentally escape the charity ball in Chapter 20?

2. What does Richard recall about his brother, Bobby's, death?

3. What does Richard's attempts at getting Dickie to stay show about their relationship at this point?

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

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

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

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. What is Richard's perspective on the possibility of Dickie's leaving?

9. Explain some of the philosophies of life that Richard explains to Dickie such as space-time and the elements of the human experience.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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

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.

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