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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mason have a bandage on his head?

2. Who does Tex talk to when he is allowed outside at lunchtime?

3. Why does Tex think Mason yells at him?

4. What realization about Pop and Mason does Tex come to after Mason is injured?

5. What do Mason and Tex do to relax?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing in detail the relationship between Tex and Mason and how it changes throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Considering that Mason reveals that Pop is not Tex's father, write an essay reflecting back throughout the events in the novel regarding Tex and Mason's behavior. Be sure to include specific examples from the novel to support your essay.

Essay Topic 3

Tex often embarrasses himself, particularly around girls. Write an essay describing some of the incidents and make an evaluation as to your rationale as to why Tex is so immature and uneducated when it comes to flirting with girls. Remember to use supporting details from the text.

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