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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 surprises himself when he speaks of ______________.

2. What was missing from Steve's childhood?

3. Where does Steve want to take Daisy when she is finished with school?

4. Why does Steve think the drug dealer is not the one after Daisy?

5. What happens to Elsie's car?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Steve want Daisy to keep a low profile?

2. What does Steve offer as a half-hearted joke?

3. How does the theft make Daisy feel?

4. Why do Steve's parents come to visit?

5. Why do Daisy and Steve end up having peanut butter sandwiches and ice cream for dinner?

6. What advice does Elsie give to Daisy?

7. What will Daisy use for transportation?

8. What does Daisy prefer to riding the rides?

9. What happens that delights Daisy and annoys Steve?

10. Why does Mrs. Crow give Daisy the heirloom ring?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

For a psychologist, Daisy seems to be mostly unaware what is going on with her own life and emotions. It is also obvious that Daisy does not understand what is going on with her own body, as seen in the discovery of the pregnancy. Do you feel that it is common for someone to be so well educated and intuitive toward others but not toward themselves? Give another example of how Daisy might have used her education to benefit her situation.

Essay Topic 2

Elsie Hawkins is a great character for comic relief. Elsie and her vintage Cadillac are also a metaphor for appreciating people and things that are often discarded after a certain age. Examine Elsie's role in the story and how she played a valuable part.

Essay Topic 3

In addition to not being able to say no to a cause, Daisy takes on the burden of caring for her 14-year-old brother even though it is a financial strain. Explain Daisy's reasoning and how the choice affected her personal and professional life.

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