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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. On page 75, when is Conor's father flying in?

2. On page 50, what has Conor hoped that the monster would do for him?

3. What is in Conor's grandmother's backyard?

4. On Page 26, when does Conor remember being in the nativity play with Lily?

5. On page 68, how long ago has it been since Lilly told a few of her friends about Conor's mom?

Short Essay Questions

1. On page 28, why has Conor's evening been slow?

2. On page 76, when was the last time that Conor's mother had to stay in the hospital and how long did she stay?

3. What happened to Conor's dad?

4. What is the yard like at Conor's grandmother's house?

5. Why is Conor's grandmother different from other grandmothers?

6. Why does Conor have to make his own breakfast on page 10?

7. What battles did the king have to fight on page 52 to keep peace in his kingdom?

8. Why does Lily tell Conor she is sorry in "Understanding"?

9. What is Conor's assignment for English on page 23?

10. What does Conor do after eating breakfast?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The monster finally reveals that he has come to heal Conor. Why does Conor need healing, and how does the monster help Conor find healing?

Essay Topic 2

The monster tells Conor to tell the truth about the nightmare. How does the truth set Conor free and what does it free him from?

Essay Topic 3

Although there are two monsters and a dreadful illness in the story, Conor fears guilt more. Why does Conor feel guilt? Why does he fear guilt?

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