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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. When did a student scientist named Jocelyn Bell build a homemade radio telescope?

2. In Chapter 5, how many people does Martin say showed up for Mass on Wednesday?

3. What nationality is Kevin's last name?

4. What color shoes does Simon wear on his first day at GNB Upper?

5. What does Agate's mother raise on their farm?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the town like where Simon and his family move?

2. How is Simon's first night with Hercules?

3. What is the layout of GNB Upper?

4. On Good Friday, why does Simon want to take Hercules for a walk up Main to expose him to umbrellas?

5. What is Agate's tree house like?

6. How is Kevin's family able to have a computer and microwave?

7. Why is Ms. Hafsaas upset about what some kids do with the orange memorial ribbons?

8. What problems does a squirrel cause during a crack-of-dawn service at the church one Wednesday?

9. When Agate and Kevin come over for pizza on Good Friday, why does Isobel order pizza without pepperoni?

10. Who is Curtis, and why does he work at the funeral home?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Simon meets Agate soon after he starts school at GNB Upper. What type of relationship develops between Simon and Agate?

Essay Topic 2

Metaphors and similes are figures of speech that are used to make comparisons between things. Metaphors seem to imply an equal comparison, while similes seem to imply a similarity between two things. Does Bow use more metaphors or similes in Simon Sort of Says? How does the use of metaphors or similes help readers comprehend concepts? How does the use of metaphors or similes help make the writing more interesting?

Essay Topic 3

Imagery is a literary device authors use to describe characters and the world they inhabit. Imagery involves using the five senses to describe characters, places, and things. How does Bow use imagery to help readers imagine the world and characters she has created?

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