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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. What is Lev's first impression of Cyrus?
2. What is the name of Risa's piano teacher?
3. Who are the Fatigues?
4. Why doesn't Connor fight Roland after what he does to Risa?
5. What condition is Lev in when he wakes up?
Short Essay Questions
1. Explain what CyFi might mean when he says in chapter 21, "I ain't no runaway - I'm a run-to." (Part Three, Chap. 21, p.122)
2. Why does Risa feel that Connor is in danger from Roland in chapter 22?
3. What is the significance of Lev's realization that Levi Jedediah Calder no longer exists in chapter 18?
4. In chapter 3, how does Levi feel about being offered as a tithe?
5. In chapter 24, Risa is almost raped by Roland. What does her anger at Connor tell the reader about her feelings for Connor?
6. Why is it so difficult for Lev to believe that Risa and Connor are trying to help him in chapter 6?
7. In chapter 4, why is Lev frightened by Connor when he is pulled out of the car?
8. What might have been Roland's motive when he attacked Risa in chapter 24?
9. What do Risa's actions in the woods, in chapter 5, show the reader about her character?
10. In chapter 22 Roland arrives at the warehouse. Why does he want to fight Connor so badly?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Many people believe that stem cell research creates a slippery slope. In fact, former President Bush banned federal funding for embryonic stem cell research while he was in office. He felt that the use of these stem cells was not moral. After reading about Maternity Hospital #6 we can see how the harvesting embryonic stem cells can be abused. However, many people believe that embryonic stem cells are the best way to save human lives.
In this assignment you will take a side in this issue. Stand on once side of the issue or another. If you are unsure of where you stand, take a moment to do some research on the subject. Your paper should include a solid thesis statement as well as facts to support your position. The paper must have a solid introduction, must include 5 supported reasons for your stance, and have a succinct conclusion.
Essay Topic 2
Cyrus, CyFi, is a very rich character. He represents so many of the issues that are brought up in the book. CyFi's character forces Lev to reconsider many of his deeply held beliefs about himself and about Unwinds. Discuss the time that Lev and CyFi spend together traveling. Give examples of how CyFi's behavior and circumstances caused Lev to change. How does CyFi represent the author's beliefs about God and the soul? What do you think happens to CyFi after Lev leaves him in Joplin?
Essay Topic 3
Runaway Unwinds are hiding in the basement of Sonia's antique store. After they leave there, they are shipped to various secret locations before being sent to the Graveyard. Unwinds are hidden in the hopes that they will stay undiscovered until they obtain freedom on their 18th birthday.
Explain how Unwinds might be compared runaway slaves in the U.S. pre-Civil War era. How are their circumstances similar? How are their living conditions similar? Discuss how the human rights of both Unwinds and US slaves were violated. Provide examples to support your assertions. Do you think creating a parallel between Unwinds and slaves is a useful way to help the reader understand and sympathize with the Unwinds? Why or why not?
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