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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. How does the author describe Molly's exterior facade for most of the meeting with Aspinall?
(a) Intrigued.
(b) Abusive.
(c) Cold.
(d) Strong.

2. How much older than Molly was Sam?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 15 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 11 years.

3. Which of the following terms best describes Jennifer's level of happiness to see Molly?
(a) Quite reserved.
(b) Very exuberant.
(c) An exaggeration.
(d) Annoyed.

4. Which of the following is the best descriptor for the person who arrives at Molly's door after Sam leaves?
(a) Childlike.
(b) Young.
(c) Old.
(d) Middle aged.

5. What type of temperament would best describe Jean's temperament?
(a) Domineering.
(b) Supportive.
(c) Reactive.
(d) Docile.

Short Answer Questions

1. What action does Trevor do while at the hospital that surprises Molly?

2. What threat does Molly make should her mother not explain the pills?

3. What does Molly think the person who arrives at her door after Sam leaves is?

4. What relationship was Sally Anne Hibbert to Sam?

5. Which of the following is not an accurate descriptor for Molly's mother when she sees her again in Doncaster?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain two purposes the author may have for including the flashback that occurs in this chapter.

2. What background information is provided about Sam in Chapter 6?

3. What does Molly's dad tell her about her mother and how does she react to the information?

4. What does Trevor reveal to Molly about his life and profession?

5. Describe Molly's reaction to Aspinall throughout the chapter.

6. In what way does Molly impress Monk and show her true intelligence?

7. Why does Molly's mother support her relationship with Trevor?

8. What does the rose bush in the story represent and what symbolism does it portray by the end of the chapter?

9. In what way does Molly show her newfound confrontational style?

10. Describe how the author portrays the character of Molly and the character of Sam.

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