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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. Due to injuries, what is Milo unable to see about Nickie?

2. Who advises Milo to never trust a drunk unless he's on his knees?

3. What do Milo's attackers know about him?

4. What does Milo view at the beginning of "Chapter 14"?

5. What does Jamison confirm to Milo that is not found on Simon's body when he is found dead?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Milo on his way back to Meriwhether after visiting the Holy Light Hog Farm, and why could it be a problem for Milo?

2. What does Milo agree to do for Jamison?

3. What happens to Milo in the alley behind Mahoney's?

4. Who does Milo believe is the killer of Raymond and Simon, and why is this?

5. What causes Milo to begin thinking about his father, and what does he realize about him?

6. When Milo is attacked, what does he do in order to save his life?

7. Why is Milo known at the Holy Light Hog Farm?

8. What does Milo do for two days that is potential harmful?

9. What does Milo learn about Simon and Elton after leaving the Holy Light Hog Farm?

10. When Milo goes into a bar bathroom to vomit, what does he recall?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Helen and her role in the story. Explain Helen's child-like attitude as well as promiscuous behavior. Discuss how these characteristics affect readers.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role that divorce laws play in the story and how this affects Milo and his work.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the role of forgiveness in the story and why it is important for Milo to forgive Helen for lying to him.

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