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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of score is on Bram's paper?
(a) Perfect.
(b) Zero.
(c) It is not graded.
(d) Failing.

2. How does Simon find Blue?
(a) Tumblr.
(b) MyFriend.
(c) Facebook.
(d) SecretsRUs.

3. Why does Simon worry he may accidentally offend Blue?
(a) Simon does not worry.
(b) Blue is easily offended.
(c) Blue is religious.
(d) Blue is a fundamentalist.

4. What sport does Nick play?
(a) Basketball.
(b) Hockey.
(c) Football.
(d) Soccer.

5. What is Simon's favorite dessert?
(a) Gum.
(b) Snickers.
(c) Gummy bears.
(d) Oreos.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Simon feel bad for Martin about the dance?

2. Who traditionally brings cakes for lunchtime birthday celebrations?

3. What secret do Jacques and Blue have in common?

4. What is the name of the drama teacher?

5. What example does Blue give for Jacques telling him too much?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Martin confide to Simon that his brother is gay?

2. Why does Leah give Simon the gift of a mixed CD?

3. What does Simon mean about secure masculinity not necessarily meaning straight?

4. Why do Bram and Jacques want to capitalize Coming Out Thing?

5. Why is Simon frustrated with his parents throughout the novel?

6. Why does Simon check his private email at school?

7. Why does Simon drink a beer at the Halloween party?

8. Why does the school's gender bender dress up day bother Simon?

9. Why does Leah seem to hate Abby?

10. Why is Martin mad at Simon when Abby is the one who turned him down for the dance?

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