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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. Which of the following does Art's father NOT say to him at dinner?

2. Who does Arthur invite to visit him while he is housesitting?

3. What does Art's father offer to buy him?

4. What is the name of Jane's boyfriend?

5. What task will Arthur be doing for Jane's family?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some of the phases that Phlox goes through in her life?

2. What does Cleveland do to get back at Jane's parents?

3. How does the author use foreshadowing for the character of Cleveland and his effect on Art's life?

4. How does Art meet Phlox?

5. What happens when Jane unexpectedly shows up at the summer house?

6. Why does Art search for his picture of Godzilla's egg before leaving his apartment for the day?

7. Why are Cleveland's antics a source of possible problems for Art?

8. What does Phlox think her relationship with Art is and what does she do about it?

9. Why does Art agree to have a beer with Arthur?

10. What is the story of Cleveland's family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 2

Even though Phlox and Arthur both vie for Art's affections, Art is not sure which one to choose. What do Phlox and Arthur represent for Art and why does he think he needs both of them in order to be happy? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Art. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Art?

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