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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is most stunned by Tracy's good looks?

2. What is the shape of the box delivered to Joe?

3. Who does Tommy want a closer relationship with?

4. At what time is somebody supposed to jump off the Empire State Building?

5. What is in the package delivered to Joe?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What role does isolation play in the novel? How is Joe isolated? How is Sammy isolated? What other characters are isolated? Analyze 3 examples of isolation in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Sammy and then describe Joe. Which characters is stronger? Why? What weaknesses does each character possess? What role do these play in the story?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the relationship that Sammy and Tracy have. Analyze their behavior towards one another. Are they in love? Why or why not? In what ways are they compatible?

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