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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. As Catfish is running away from the beach, what sound does he hear behind him?

2. After her first meeting with Val, how does the receptionist feel about the appointment?

3. Which of the following emotions can the sea monster smell?

4. How do the men in the hardware store treat Molly?

5. How old is Mikey?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Molly spend her evenings after losing her career as an actress?

2. What information does The Spider give to Theo when he calls for a bribe?

3. How does Gabe react when he realizes some of his rats are missing?

4. How do Catfish and Smiley celebrate their massive catch after fishing?

5. What bribe does the Sheriff give Theo while battling at the cave?

6. What reason does Molly give as to why she's in a relationship with Steve?

7. Where does Catfish take Estelle on their first date?

8. How does the sea monster find its prey?

9. What happens to Theo at the end of the novel?

10. Who are Marge and Katie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Gabe's dog, Skinner, is an important sidekick to the action-based men in this novel. First, explain how the reader gets insight into Skinner's views. Do you think this was an effective way of characterizing an animal? Why or why not? Then, explain how Skinner proved to be an important side-kick for both Gabe and Theo as they fought to bring down the Sheriff.

Essay Topic 2

Catfish and Estelle were an unlikely romantic couple who became integral to the capture of the sea monster. First, explain how Catfish and Estelle first met, and how their relationship turned from friendship to a romantic connection. Emotionally, what was holding both Catfish and Estelle back from pursuing a romantic relationship? How did each of these characters overcome their emotional hurdles to eventually find love?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Gabe Fenton is working on various science experiments that eventually lead to a crucial discovery about the sea monster. First, explain the science experiments Gabe is working on regarding the rats. Describe at least two major scientific breakthroughs Gabe makes through these studies, and explain how these breakthroughs eventually helped lead to the capture of the sea monster.

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