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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. Which of the following does the narrator remark upon as a sleep aid?
(a) Benadryl.
(b) Melatonin.
(c) Caffeine.
(d) NyQuil.

2. As which of the following does Henry become known online?
(a) Raumjunge.
(b) Kosmiczny Chłopak.
(c) Avaruuspoika.
(d) Geimdrengur.

3. Where does the end of the world by nanobot begin?
(a) Austin.
(b) Augusta.
(c) Amarillo.
(d) Athens.

4. What is prohibited at Henry’s high school for Halloween?
(a) Jewelry.
(b) Glitter.
(c) Paint.
(d) Dye.

5. In which building is Henry’s school locker?
(a) Music.
(b) History.
(c) Library.
(d) Art.

Short Answer Questions

1. What science fiction series is invoked against North Korea?

2. What is the name of the art teacher at Henry’s school?

3. From whom does the epigraph of the novel come?

4. With which of the following does "30 October 2015" begin?

5. What is Henry’s mother’s name?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Henry take particular care to get home after Marcus picks him up from his old elementary school?

2. What is the initial reaction to the development of nanobots?

3. How do people react to the appearance of the world-killing asteroid?

4. What are the model and name of Diego’s car?

5. Why does Henry note that “Dreams are hopeful” (135)?

6. What additional insult accompanies Henry’s assault in the showers at school?

7. What does Henry’s mother remark that Nana’s status was before she moved in with the Dentons?

8. How does Henry note his mother treats Nana’s meatloaf?

9. Why does the narrator describe kissing as “ridiculous” (1)?

10. How does Henry assert that “God surely meant for humans to live” (23)?

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