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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. Steve thinks Daisy should probably stick to ____________________.

2. What does Daisy cook for Bob?

3. What do Steve's neighbors complain about?

4. What is the new guard's best move?

5. What does Steve offer that makes Daisy happy?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Steve find a dog on such short notice?

2. Why does Daisy balk at the thought of having a security guard?

3. Steve is inspired by his Grandfather Crow. Why?

4. Why does Daisy wake up in the middle of the night?

5. Why does Steve choose Bob at the pound?

6. Why was Steve shocked to hear the on air traffic reporter swear?

7. Why is Daisy alarmed by the sound of gunfire over the scanner?

8. Why does Daisy work so hard at various jobs?

9. Why does Steve leave Daisy alone after only two hours?

10. Why does Steve let Elsie keep the security job?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Elsie and Kevin hit it off from the beginning and go on to form a strong but unlikely friendship. Examine their relationship and the relative metaphor.

Essay Topic 2

Daisy's car is ugly and falling apart. Steve feels that it is unsafe and wants to get rid of it. Explore how the car is a metaphor for Daisy's life.

Essay Topic 3

Daisy has a hectic schedule and is constantly tired. Why does Daisy take on so many jobs? What is Daisy's criteria for working as a volunteer? What kind of volunteer work have you done?

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