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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has gone to the sheriff to issue warnings about Katsuk and his location?

2. For what purpose does Katsuk tell David he is saving the duck down?

3. Why is David not worried about Katsuk killing him, despite Katsuk's volatile mood swings?

4. What does Katsuk know David would do after he escaped a second time?

5. To what group did Katsuk write a letter urging action?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Katsuk has an odd and unique fear. He is afraid of cedar. What events contributed to this fear? How does David use this fear to attempt to hurt Katsuk? What does Katsuk do to overcome this fear? How does this fear prove to be prophetic for the end result?

Essay Topic 2

David's character begins as an innocent, privileged boy excited about his opportunity to go to camp. By the end, he reminds one of a jaded, confused adult with too much on his shoulders. Outline David's changes step by step throughout the novel, culminating in the role reversal where David is taking care of Katsuk. Be sure to cite examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Though David's rescue attempt is not a huge part of this story, it is still very important. It gives David hope and keeps Katsuk on alert. Outline the methods used to find David throughout the novel. Why do the early attempts to find him fail? Why does the final attempt to find David succeed?

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