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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. In Chapter 3, what does Megan think Patrick's living room is perfect for?

2. What does Megan decide would be "totally painful"?

3. What had Patrick imagined Megan doing all day in Chapter 2?

4. Who is Timmy Coogan?

5. What has Patrick received from his parents for his birthday?

Short Essay Questions

1. What question does Megan think Patrick is going to ask her after in Chapter 4?

2. Why does Megan carry the rabbit in her cloak?

3. Why does Megan think Patrick is a bad "pet parent"?

4. What leads Megan to believe Tilly Coogan must lead a lonely existence?

5. Where did Patrick get the playpen?

6. What does Megan do for a living?

7. What does Tilly Coogan tell Megan when Tilly leaves her son with her?

8. Where do Patrick and Megan go on their first date?

9. Why does Megan think it's a good thing that her parents have moved to Florida?

10. What does Megan mean by saying Patrick's nose is "bogus"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The largest hurdle that Megan and Patrick must overcome in their relationship is their fear of commitment. Discuss why both Megan and Patrick are afraid to commit to the relationship and how they go about overcoming their fears.

Essay Topic 2

What moment in the novel is considered the climax of the novel "Thanksgiving" and why?

Essay Topic 3

The novel "Thanksgiving" is an example of a romance novel. Discuss the characteristics of the romance novel and why "Thanksgiving" is an example of this genre.

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