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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. Why does Lynette not use the heater in her car?

2. Why does Cody say he and Lynette have to determine Kansas’ mood?

3. Where does Cody tell Lynette to take him?

4. What is Gloria addicted to?

5. How much cocaine does JJ say Lynette has?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened to Jack after he broke up with Lynette?

2. What is the nature of the conflict between JJ and Lynette?

3. What was Lynette’s experience like being robbed?

4. What was Gloria’s upbringing like?

5. What is the physical appearance of the “thin man” (86) who opens Kansas’ shop door?

6. How did Cody’s girlfriend and his friend set up Cody in the robbery?

7. Why does Cody want the Mercedes?

8. What is the thin blond man’s seizure like?

9. What is inside Gloria’s safe?

10. How does Kansas say he will kill Lynette?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Lynette’s relationship with her brother Kenny is particularly problematic. In addition to working several jobs while battling mental illness, Lynette has to often serve as the primary caretaker for Kenny. Write an essay about the relationship between Lynette and Kenny and how it drives the novel.

Essay Topic 2

In addition to working two low-wage jobs, Lynette has taken to sex work to help her save the money she needs to buy the house. Lynette’s first client treats her well but refuses to continue seeing her after she reveals personal information to him. Write an essay about the relationship between Lynette and her first client.

Essay Topic 3

Lynette’s second client is one of the more peculiar characters that Lynette encounters on the night of the story of The Night Always Comes. Lynette’s second client does not treat her well, and she often has to beg him for the money that he owes her. Write an essay about the relationship between Lynette and her second client.

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