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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. In "Space Invaders," what does Frank say the wasp factory is about?

2. What is Frank's first impression of his father's study?

3. What does Frank find along with the male hormones in his father's study?

4. What does Frank see on a phone pole in "The Prodigal"?

5. In "Space Invaders," how does Frank decide to try to contact Paul?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frank look for in "Running Dog"?

2. In "Running Dog," how does Frank explain insanity?

3. In "Space Invaders," what does Frank say about gender?

4. What is strange about the specimen jar Frank finds in Angus' study?

5. What does Frank do when he sees the dog on fire in "Running Dog"?

6. What does Angus tell Frank about his gender?

7. What does Frank do after the wasp chooses fire in "The Wasp Factory"?

8. Why did Eric's relatives hold an intervention when he was a child?

9. Why does Frank become angry with his father in "The Prodigal"?

10. What happens when Eric calls Frank in "Running Dog"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the three murders Frank commits, quoting the book to support your comparison.

Essay Topic 2

Examine Frank's places, including his third floor room and bunker. What is the purpose of these places? How do these places impact Frank?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the theme of disappointment in this novel. Define theme in your discussion and give specific examples from the book to support your statements.

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