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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. Where does Ingrid work?

2. What is the last name of Astrid's second foster family?

3. What is the location of Astrid's second foster home?

4. What is Ed and Marvel's neighbor often reading?

5. How long has Starr been sober when she begins drinking again?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Ingrid change so much after she meets and begins dating Barry?

2. What advice does Olivia give Astrid?

3. How does Ingrid hurt Astrid when Astrid comes to visit her for the first time in eight months?

4. What does Astrid learn by reading Ingrid's journals?

5. Describe Starr.

6. What makes Astrid feel guilty in church? What does she feel guilty about?

7. Why did Olivia get into prostitution?

8. What does Astrid think about when she is in the hospital after getting shot?

9. Why is Ingrid so upset that Barry has broken up with her?

10. Why does Claire see Ingrid as an inspiration, despite Astrid's warnings?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider symbolism in the novel, like the symbolism behind the white oleanders. Find three specific instances of symbolism in the novel and explain how it pushes the novel forward or creates a plot point.

Essay Topic 2

Irony is used throughout the novel and in Astrid's life. Find three specific examples of irony in the novel and explain what role this piece of irony plays in the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Olivia tells Astrid not to fight the world, whereas Ingrid tells her just the opposite. Which advice does Astrid take? How is this shown? Why do you think she made this choice?

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