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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Nichole's father's reaction to her statement on the witness stand?

2. Who is the beauty queen who survived the bus crash?

3. What does Nichole say she took note of on the bus dashboard?

4. Who is the only family member Nichole is glad to see?

5. Why does Mitchell Stephens want to put Bobby Ansel on the witness stand?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Everyone tells Nichole Burnell that she is lucky to have survived the bus crash. Explain why Nichole doesn't necessarily agree with this statement.

Essay Topic 2

It can be stated that while Nichole is the heroine for the town, Dolores is the heroine for the spirit. Explain what this statement means to you.

Essay Topic 3

The characters in the story have suffered much loss even prior to the bus crash. Cite at least three examples of loss experienced by some of the characters and support your answers.

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