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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. Why was Biggie turned away at the grocery?
(a) She was out of cash.
(b) Her name was on a list.
(c) Her check did not clear.
(d) She had too many items.

2. When Bogus came home from the football game, why was Biggie angry with Bogus?
(a) He was a horrid mess.
(b) He came home late.
(c) He lost his job.
(d) He kissed Lydia.

3. What did Bogus hope to see at Elsbeth's house?
(a) Her breast.
(b) Her diaphragm.
(c) Her bra.
(d) Her panties.

4. What killed Couth's father?
(a) A snake bite.
(b) A car accident.
(c) A heart attack.
(d) A stroke.

5. What is the name of the errand boy from the Ralph Parker Fan Club?
(a) Anthony.
(b) Colin.
(c) James.
(d) Kent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What issue did Merrill have at the bar?

2. While reflecting on his life with Biggie, where did Bogus indicate Biggie wanted to live?

3. How did Bogus tell his father he pays the bills?

4. To which creature in the aquarium does Bogus relate?

5. In the bedroom that Bogus and Biggie share, why did the bedroom light continually go out?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Bogus's fascination with Mr. Fitch.

2. How did the dictionary symbolize Bogus's work ethic in life?

3. How do Biggie and Tulpen differ in their reactions to Akthelt and Gunnel?

4. Describe the connection Bogus shares with Couth and why this is a strange basis for a friendship.

5. How did Bogus's letter to Biggie differ from his daily interactions with her?

6. How does a katydid alter Bogus's view of the world?

7. When Bogus promised to take care of a small matter in the home, Biggie seemed genuinely surprised that he could and would handle it. Why was Biggie's astonishment painful to Bogus?

8. Give a physical description of Ralph Parker.

9. Why did Bogus describe Merrill as "the great illusion of my life"?

10. How did Biggie and Bogus's first night together differ from their daily life after marriage?

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