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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. How does Bach refer to kids?

2. What composer does Leslie question Richard about?

3. What does Bach say about the stars and constellations?

4. To whom is Leslie referring when she says, "Granddaddy"?

5. What does Leslie think about the mode of transportation Bach suggests?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Leslie tell Bach that his search for a soul mate may be tainted?

2. How do Bach and Leslie each view their argument?

3. Describe Bach's mixed feelings as he kisses Leslie for the first time.

4. How are Bach and Leslie's tastes in music different?

5. What is Bach's reaction to the ultimatum the IRS has issued regarding taxes?

6. What advice does the future Richard give the present day Richard?

7. When does Leslie begin to have an issue with their agreement?

8. What do Leslie and Bach argue about in Chapter 27?

9. What agreement have Bach and Leslie made regarding their relationship?

10. As Bach and Leslie attempt to work out their relationship about what is Leslie determined?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is the genre a memoir instead of autobiographical? Why does Bach choose to write in the first person instead of as a narrative?

Essay Topic 2

Do you think Bach will ever learn to appreciate music, even though he is continually quizzed by Leslie? Give three details from the story to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Dreams are very important to Bach; especially his self-induced dreams. What is the difference between regular dreams and Bach's self-induced dreams? Which type of dream is more important to Bach and why? Give four details from the story to support your answer.

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