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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. In Chapter 36, what does Rumpus chase?

2. What type of tree falls during a storm in Chapter 34?

3. In Chapter 25, what type of dog does a woman bring into the post office when Maggie is buying a stamp?

4. What does Brae Thatcher carry when he comes to Fred's place in Chapter 47?

5. In Chapter 35, how many cowrie shells does Maggie find?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who comes to the cottage after Vince and Evelyn arrive?

2. What happens when Maggie tries to eavesdrop on a conversation in the pub?

3. What does Maggie's father say about school for her?

4. In Chapter 28, how is Rumpus doing?

5. How does Rumpus spend his day in Chapter 36?

6. In Chapter 47, what does Lord Foy tell Fred?

7. Why did Fred and Maggie's father argue?

8. In Chapter 47, what wakes Maggie, and what does she notice about herself and her surroundings?

9. How is Maggie feeling at the beginning of Chapter 47?

10. In Chapter 32, where does Rumpus find food?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Imagery is a literary device authors use to describe characters and the world they inhabit. Imagery involves using the five senses to describe characters, places, and things. How does Harrington use imagery to help readers imagine the world and characters she has created?

Essay Topic 2

Rumpus struggles to find food and shelter after he is left in the forest. What is communicated about the importance of his animal instincts as he struggles to survive? Why does being born in captivity make it difficult for him to use his instincts?

Essay Topic 3

Rumpus is in a pet store at the beginning of Wildoak. How is Rumpus raised in captivity? How did being raised in captivity negatively impact Rumpus's life?

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