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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. What is Charlie's reaction to his grandfather's emotional stories during a car ride?
(a) He gets angry and starts arguing.
(b) He feels uncomfortable and changes the topic.
(c) He falls asleep and ignores the stories.
(d) He sympathizes and listens attentively.

2. What kind of magazine does Charlie think about writing for in the future?
(a) Music magazine.
(b) Science magazine.
(c) Magazine that does not write exaggerated stories.
(d) News magazine.

3. Why do Charlie's cousins have to use the bushes instead of the bathroom during holidays?
(a) Because the bathroom is too small.
(b) Because they enjoy hunting.
(c) Because there is only one bathroom available.
(d) Because they prefer to be outside.

4. How does Charlie's sister react to the episode of MASH?
(a) She thinks it is boring.
(b) She cries more than anyone else.
(c) She did not watch it.
(d) She has watched it already.

5. Who scolds Bob for giving Charlie the special brownie?
(a) Patrick.
(b) Maggie.
(c) Brad.
(d) Sam.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Charlie give Alice as her Secret Santa?

2. Why does Charlie's dad declare the television series MASH as a great series?

3. What does Sam do to help Charlie feel more comfortable?

4. What usually triggers the fights during the holiday gatherings?

5. What does Sam ask Charlie to do in relation to her gift?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Charlie's sister change after getting involved with a boy?

2. Why does Charlie use generic names or changed names in his letters?

3. What is the significance of Charlie's exchange with his grandfather after the Thanksgiving meal?

4. What is the significance of the name Nothing in shop class?

5. Why does Charlie have mixed feelings about his parents?

6. How does Charlie's family dynamics affect their gatherings and relationships during holidays?

7. How does Charlie view the concept of glory days and what does he associate with them?

8. What does Mary Elizabeth tell Charlie about Zen, and how does he relate it to his own experiences?

9. Explore the significance of Sam's gift to Charlie – the old typewriter and the request to write about him sometime. How does this gift reflect their bond and Charlie's evolving feelings for Sam?

10. Analyze Charlie's reflections on the gifts he gives and receives during the holiday party. How do these gifts reveal the dynamics of his relationships with his friends?

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