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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 adjective does Red use to describe the way in which the lanky boy carves into Red's trunk?

2. What word is used to refer to birds such as crows, jays, magpies, and ravens?

3. Red states that they always let everyone know that taking what action against one's neighbors will not be tolerated?

4. Red reports that Samar uses a whisper to wish for what?

5. Bongo offer to "make a deposit" (49) on the head of the lanky boy for carving into Red's trunk for what length of time?

Short Essay Questions

1. What elements of magical realism are present within the narrative of Wishtree?

2. For what reason does Red call Samar a "visitor" (27)?

3. How does Applegate go about introducing scientific facts in a way that will interest young readers?

4. How does Red surmise that the carving by the lanky boy is "meant to hurt" (43)?

5. At what three sights does Samar often gaze as she sits beneath Red's boughs?

6. Discuss an instance when Applegate uses a simile to send a message about time.

7. Discuss the significance of Wishtree's dedication and epigraph.

8. In what way is the sound motif an important element of Chapter 10?

9. What negative effects does it have upon a tree to carve into it, according to Red?

10. What happens every year on Wishing Day?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Trace the characterization arc of Stephen’s character throughout the novel Wishtree. Discuss whether Stephen is a round or flat character and whether Stephen is a static or dynamic character.

Essay Topic 2

What ultimate message is Applegate sending about the nature and value of compassion?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the role of Maeve within the narrative of Wishtree. How does Applegate use Maeve’s role to highlight themes and messages included within the overall narrative?

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