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What is the mutual metaphoric significance of BOTH the “Great Wave” print and the theatre chairs? (from Part 6, Chapters 23 – 25)

The fact that they are no longer in his room represents his parents’ negative attitude towards his return.

They both represent aspects of Travis’ previous life that no longer exist in the present.

The fact that they are still in his room represents his parents’ respect for his past life.

They both represent past aspects of Travis’ relationship with Kyle that no longer exist in the present.

Which aspect of Travis’ past life recurs in a positive way in Part 7? (from Part 7, Chapters 26 – 28)

The theatre seats.

Cate’s love as his girlfriend.

The ashes of his body.

The “Great Wave” poster.

Who does Travis’ mom think could “kick [his] sorry ass”? (from Part 9, Chapters 32 – 34)

Jeremy Pratt when he was sick and weak before he died.

Kyle, who has always been quite the jock.

Hatton who, in spite of being kind of a dork, can be physically powerful.

Travis when he was sick and weak before he died.

What is the most likely reason that Travis is not looking forward to going back to school in Part 1? (from Part 1, Chapters 1 – 4)

He thinks that because five years have passed since he was last there, his favorite teachers will be gone.

He thinks that because five years have passed since he was last there, technology will have advanced too far for him to be comfortable with.

He thinks that because five years have passed since he was last there, everything he learned will no longer be useful.

He thinks that because five years have passed since he was last there, he’ll have no friends.

Which of the central characters is living less of a significantly changed life when Travis returns, and why? (from Part 1, Chapters 1 – 4)

Kyle, because he has dealt well with the truth of his sexuality.

Travis’ parents, because their relationship is the same as it was before he “died”.

Cate, because none of the basic elements of her life are any different when Travis comes back to life.

Hatton, because he had no relationship with Travis prior to his “death”.