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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. Which songs does Abby know all the words to?

2. What news does Blue's dad share?

3. What does Blue give to Simon, leaving it at Simon's locker?

4. What does Simon say should not be the default sexual orientation?

5. What does Abby think Martin is?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Simon feel bad for crushing on Bram?

2. When does Simon begin to see Martin as a friend?

3. What do the girls at lunch want to find for Simon after he has been outed?

4. What does a football player do to Simon in the hallway after they return from break?

5. How does Ms. Albright initially show her support for Simon?

6. What does Blue's gift to Simon symbolize?

7. Why might Simon be worried about returning to school after the break?

8. What does Simon state has changed during his time emailing with Blue?

9. Who does Blue come out to in his family and what is their reaction?

10. How does Jacques figure out that Blue is not Cal?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Nick and Leah are Simon's best friends, but Simon comes out to Abby first. Why does Simon feel more comfortable sharing with Abby?

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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