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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. What does Ned realize on his way home after his night at the Big Bend Hunting Lodge?

2. Why does Ned feel sorry for Mrs. Agajanian?

3. Why does Ned not continue through the line at Jack's visitation?

4. After Ned leaves the Ward's house, whom does F. William Peterson encourage Ned to speak with?

5. What does Ned first see when he walks in the Big Bend Hunting Lodge?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the meaning behind Sam and Ned instantly recognizing each other at The Night Owl?

2. How does Ned's relationship change with the Ward family?

3. Why does Jenny become so angry when Eileen calls her house to find Ned?

4. What role does F. William Peterson play in Ned's life?

5. What happens when Sam confronts Drew about a missing beer?

6. After their celebratory dinner, what is clear about Jenny's relationship with F. William Peterson?

7. How does Jenny react when Ned arrives in Mohawk after college graduation?

8. Why is Ned unsurprised by Sam stealing his money?

9. How is Sam's graduation present for Ned fitting of his character?

10. Why does Ned not answer his phone at college?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What do Sam's different living arrangements show about his characterization?

Essay Topic 2

How is Sam 'The Risk Pool'?

Essay Topic 3

Explain Sam's growth as a father.

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