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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 Simon respect about Blue's writing?

2. What sport does Nick play?

3. Who hosts the Halloween party?

4. What will Martin do if Simon does not comply with his plan?

5. Which book did Blue's dad give him?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Simon describe Nora as a chameleon?

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

6. Why does Leah seem to hate Abby?

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

8. In what genre does this book fit?

9. What is Hotel Hanukkah and why does Blue celebrate it?

10. How is secret identity explained in different ways?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It takes Leah a long time to forgive Simon and Nick for their relationships with Abby. What does this say about Leah's self-esteem? How does she get over it?

Essay Topic 2

Ms. Albright defends Simon, and all homosexuals, against bullying. Why is her character integral to the story? What would happen if she was not a passionate defender of justice?

Essay Topic 3

Nora and Leah have a certain bond that is revealed at the end of the story. How did they keep their plan undercover? How does Simon's own drama prevent him from noticing?

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