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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. As Moby reflects on his date with Jody, he thinks he's not a good soldier. He thinks he's a better what?

2. In what city does the story take place?

3. According to Sarah Byrnes' theory, who told Dale Thornton that Moby was responsible for "Crispy Pork Rinds"?

4. According to the "expose" on Mautz's illegitimate son for "Crispy Pork Rinds", who did Mautz's son have an affair with?

5. What nickname does the narrator go by?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to the bumper sticker on Ellerby's car, what are the wages of sin?

2. When Moby returns to his desk after Jody and Mark decide to remain in the CAT class, Moby finds a note waiting for him. Who is the note from and what does it say?

3. As the story opens, how does the narrator describe his mother?

4. What is nearly impossible for Moby to admit to other people?

5. Describe the only time that Moby's mother had ever laid a hand on her son.

6. What is Ms. Lemry's initial argument to Mark when he tries to drop the CAT class?

7. How do the counselors on the psych unit know that Sarah Byrnes can hear them?

8. What does the tattoo on Dale Thornton's forearm say?

9. How does Ellerby react at the "special" Saturday practice when Brittain and his lane members bow for prayer before beginning their set?

10. According to Moby, why were he and Sarah Byrnes able to produce such a high-quality publication in junior high school when they published "Crispy Pork Rinds"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Moby and Mark Brittain.

a. How are the two characters similar? How are they different?

b. Compare the role that justice plays in each of their lives. How is each character affected by the concept of justice - both positively and negatively?

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the course of the novel, religious overtones abound. In fact, these religious differences become a main motivator in moving the plot forward. Identify at least three different religious views that impacted the plot and the lives of the characters involved in the story. For each instance, describe the characters involved, the religious belief, and how the belief impacted the story's plot. How might the story have been different if these beliefs had not been a part of the plot? Explain your reasoning.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the story, there are several situations where Moby's life is in danger.

a. Identify at least three instances where Moby's life is in danger. Describe the situation and how Moby escapes.

b. Compare and contrast the dangerous situations in which others are attempting to harm Moby. What is the motivation in each of these situations to harm Moby?

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