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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is Gus pregnant again?
(a) Summer 1997.
(b) Summer 1983.
(c) Summer 1984.
(d) Summer 1985.

2. Who helps Melanie pick out an outfit for Emily's funeral?
(a) James.
(b) Gus.
(c) Christopher.
(d) Michael.

3. What is the name of the family that the Hartes are friends with?
(a) Jordan.
(b) Gold.
(c) Delaney.
(d) Marrone.

4. How are the treatments for the dog going?
(a) He is getting better.
(b) The dog doesn't undergo treatments.
(c) He is cured.
(d) He gets worse.

5. What happens to Chris during his birthday dinner in 1997?
(a) He is arrested.
(b) He is berated by his parents.
(c) Nothing.
(d) He breaks down.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does James decide to do something about the dog?

2. What month and year does the book open up in?

3. How does Melanie meet Gus?

4. What does Gus do after the dog dies?

5. What does Emily do when they are caught after Chris' dare on the Christmas trip in 1993?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do you think happened in the men's room at McDonalds?

2. What does Chris' reaction to the killing of the rabbit suggest?

3. How did Gus and Melanie bond so quickly when they first met?

4. How does Melanie react to Chris' arrest?

5. What occupation does Melanie hold, and how does it complement her personality?

6. Why is Melanie unable to take part in funeral preparations?

7. What is interesting about Gus at first being upset at James for killing the dog?

8. What happens when Emily dares Chris to kiss her?

9. How do the Golds and Hartes contrast?

10. How does Emily and Chris' relationship begin?

(see the answer keys)

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