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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Ten, why does Al think Sammy asks him to help with his picture?

2. What does Al realize about Sammy's play, "Live Wire?"

3. What does Sammy tell Al when Al asks him if he loves Ruth Mintz?

4. What does Kit propose at The Guild meeting in Chapter Eight?

5. Why does Sammy ask Al to take Kit to the opening night of Sammy's play, "Live Wire?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hollywood could be considered a character in the story, "What Makes Sammy Run?" Discuss the role Hollywood plays: what does it stand for? Consider the film industry, the way bosses are represented, and The Writers Guild.

Essay Topic 2

Al Manheim is fascinated by Sammy Glick's motivated attitude. Al constantly asks himself the same question, "What Makes Sammy Run?" Sammy's running is symbolic. Discuss the significance of this. Answer Al's question of what makes Sammy run. Consider discussing themes of societal pressure, greed and success.

Essay Topic 3

The novel "What Makes Sammy Run?" illustrates a stark contrast between poverty and wealth. Discuss the use and meaning of three material objects in the novel. How do they reflect wealth or poverty?

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