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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. In "hugging," what is Maya holding?

2. After Ivan is rescued, what does Bob see being chased by a guy with a net?

3. After the tornado, where is there a lot of damage in town?

4. Who is Bob reunited with at the animal shelter?

5. In "gorilla world," how does Bob hurt his paw?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where did Boss have her last litter?

2. What happened to Boss's last litter of puppies?

3. Who does Bob see at the animal shelter when the man pulls him along with the lasso?

4. What is Ivan's condition when the debris that fell on him is removed?

5. Where is Ivan after the tornado, and how is he rescued?

6. Where does Sara go, and why does Bob not go with her in "a situation"?

7. What dog is helping the emergency workers, and what does she look like?

8. What does Boss say about forgiveness?

9. Why did Bob look for his sister Boss?

10. How is Bob reunited with Boss?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the novel, some characters are more thoroughly described than others. Who are some characters that are merely named in passing or have a minor role in the novel? What is the importance of these flat characters to the story line? In what way do these characters make the main characters more colorful or interesting? When there is conflict, what type of role do these flat characters play?

Essay Topic 2

Flashbacks are a literary device used to provide information about events that took place before the story began. How does the author use flashbacks in the novel? How does the author’s choice to use flashback affect the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Imagery is a literary device authors use to describe something using the five senses to help readers experience what a character is experiencing. How does the author use imagery to help reader’s imagine the world she has created?

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