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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. Why is the type of train in #53 a good one to jump?
2. What does Ted show the riders before their stunts?
3. What does Ralph buy to entertain himself while he is recovering?
4. Who helps Lonnie work on the car?
5. What advice does Mr. Larsen give to Lonnie?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the mechanic back out on his deal with the boys, and what does he do to try to keep the boys from taking the car?
2. Why does Ralph decide to leave Phoenix and go to Wickenburg?
3. Why was Ralph not able to serve in the military during World War I?
4. Why does Ralph allow Lonnie to search for a car, and what is Ralph's opinion of the car Lonnie finds?
5. What is the important thing that Ted shows Ralph as he gives him a tour of the movie set?
6. Why does a doctor order Ralph to stay in bed for a week and what does Ralph do to pass the time?
7. What advice does the train conductor give to Ralph about finding a job on a ranch?
8. How does Ralph spend his first day on the movie set?
9. What does Lonnie do while driving and learning that Ralph is willing to let Lonnie be part owner of the vehicle?
10. What does Ralph negotiate for the next day as Lonnie works on the car?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There is much symbolism in this story, especially the car. Cite at least three examples of symbolism and support your answers.
Essay Topic 2
What is the overall setting for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Moody choose to use these places in the novel?
Essay Topic 3
Explain the typical prognosis for someone like Ralph who is diagnosed with diabetes in the early 1900s. Why was Ralph's trip important in many ways? What was Ralph's state of mind in trying to change the course of his life despite the prognosis?
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