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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 awakens Lizabeth after the dinner at which Jason spills his milk?
(a) It isn't specified in the text.
(b) Someone repeatedly honking the horn.
(c) A barking dog.
(d) Someone throwing pebbles at the window.

2. What job does Matt give to Lizabeth when he goes up on the roof?
(a) Holding the ladder.
(b) Holding his hand.
(c) Holding his toolbox.
(d) Holding his hat.

3. What does Frank do in his partnership with Matt?
(a) All answers are correct.
(b) Paperwork.
(c) Selling.
(d) Buying.

4. What does Lizabeth give Matt before she leaves?
(a) Her phone number.
(b) A resume.
(c) A big hug.
(d) A spelling list.

5. What kind of doughnut does Lizabeth eat in Chapter 4?
(a) Jelly.
(b) Chocolate frosted.
(c) Boston cream.
(d) Glazed.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does Lizabeth think is the one thing men have on their minds?

2. What is the name of the cat at Lizabeth's house?

3. What about Matt's motorcycle concerns Lizabeth the most?

4. What does the intruder take from Lizabeth's front yard?

5. What kind of sandwich does Lizabeth offer Matt?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do you think was the purpose of including the fact that Lizabeth wanted to be a fairy when she grew up?

2. What does the Elsie's Cadillac symbolize in the story?

3. Comic relief is almost necessary in such a tension-charged novel. Describe the scene at the dinner table in Chapter 3.

4. The novel starts with Lizabeth looking for a job at a construction site. What do you think the draw of a job in the construction industry would be to a woman like Lizabeth?

5. What does Lizabeth realize about the flasher after he races by her house and waves to her in Chapter 4?

6. Elsie's first impression of Lizabeth's house when she drives up is that Lizabeth still doesn't let reality interfere with her imagination. What is meant by this statement?

7. What secret does Matt share with Lizabeth after their intimate moment in the bathroom they are restoring, and how does Lizabeth react to his revelation?

8. Matt's living room is nearly overtaken by a large, shiny, black Harley. Describe the symbolism of the Harley in this novel.

9. Compare/contrast Lizabeth's relationship with Paul to her relationship with Matt.

10. Matt is quickly becoming a close friend of the family, having already charmed Elsie and Lizabeth. What does Matt do to gain Jason and Billy's affections?

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