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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 religion does Arthur mock and consequently offend his mother?

2. Why does Art's father seem to be sad at dinner?

3. Why does Cleveland say Art can command respect?

4. Which of the following does NOT describe Cleveland's appearance?

5. Where does Cleveland park his motorcycle?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Phlox meet Art's father?

2. Why is Art uncomfortable knowing that the other gangsters know who he is?

3. What is the irony revealed when Arthur's mother comes to the apartment with mended clothes?

4. How does Art end up alienating both Phlox and Arthur?

5. What seems to be Art's routine of how he spends his days and nights this summer?

6. When do Art and Arthur first have sex?

7. Explain the pull between Art and Cleveland.

8. What is Cleveland's demeanor at the beginning of Chapter 22?

9. What is the symbolism of the cicadas for Art's life?

10. Why does Art have such a hard time choosing between Phlox and Arthur?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of love. Identify at least two themes about love in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the overall setting for the book. Why does Chabon use the setting he does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of hope. Identify at least two themes about hope in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

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