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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 weapon does Charlie have in Chapter 5?

2. How much does M&M get paid for babysitting his siblings?

3. What is the bartender's name in the pool hall?

4. What does Mike say in Chapter 5 that depresses Bryon?

5. What symbol does M&M wear hanging around his neck?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Bryon react to Cathy's emotional breakdown?

2. Describe Bryon's reaction to the Texans' trial and sentencing.

3. Why does Bryon hate Angela?

4. What is Bryon's impression of the 'free love' house?

5. How does Bryon feel about meeting Cathy's parents?

6. Why doesn't Mark understand Bryon?

7. Why is Mark living with Bryon?

8. Describe a typical night on the Ribbon.

9. How does Bryon describe M&M's trusting nature?

10. Why does Bryon go to Charlie's grave?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay discussing conscription. When has it been enforced in North American history? What has the public's reaction to conscription been? How would the public react if it were enforced again?

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about race relations in North America. How much does misunderstanding between different races lead to violence? How is this violence perpetuated? Is gang membership often based on a common race and identity?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay discussing gun culture in the United States. Does America have more guns than any other country in the world? Do the media play a role in painting a picture of the U.S. as a place where everyone has a gun?

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