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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. What kind of relationship does Megan want with Patrick?

2. Of whom does Megan say, "I think he's magic"?

3. Which of Megan's possessions does the animal in the park chew on?

4. In Chapter 2, what does Megan share isn't her "cup of tea"?

5. Who is Martha Greenwald?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Megan agitated by the fact that Patrick brought her a rose?

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

3. What does Patrick tease Megan about when they first meet?

4. What does Megan wear to the door when Patrick comes by to drop off Timmy in Chapter 3?

5. How does Megan end up promising to have supper with Patrick every night?

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

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

8. Why does Megan want Patrick to look after Timmy?

9. Describe Patrick's house.

10. How does Megan feel about Patrick frequently touching her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the conclusion of the novel "Thanksgiving". How did you react to the ending? Is it predictable? Surprising?

Essay Topic 2

In the novel "Thanksgiving", there are two protagonists; Megan Murphy and Patrick Hunter. Describe these two characters in detail and the relationship between them.

Essay Topic 3

The novel "Thanksgiving" is written in third-person point of view, from the perspectives of Megan and Patrick. Discuss how this point of view affects the reader's understanding of the characters, as well as their motivations in the novel.

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