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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. Jen's father explains that he only works at the Population Police headquarters; he does not agree with what they do. What does he try to do while he's at work?

2. How does Luke answer Jen's question about his brothers in Chapter 21?

3. What does Luke agonize over the three days after he refuses to go with Jen to the rally?

4. After Jen's father demands to know why Luke didn't stop Jen from going to the rally, how does Luke respond?

5. Why does Luke's mother think he's sick in Chapter 23?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the government not want Luke's dad growing hydroponic vegetables?

2. How does Luke answer Jen's father when he asks Luke why he didn't stop Jen from going to the rally?

3. How does Luke's new identity empower him?

4. What does Jen's father say in response to Luke being shocked that he works for the Population Police?

5. What does Jen do to assure that no Population Police stop her on the way to the rally?

6. What does Jen tell Luke about when she was younger and going to play groups with other third children?

7. What does Luke tell Jen when she comes to his room the night she leaves to the rally?

8. Why does Jen's father believe the Government keeps people hovering around the poverty level?

9. Why does Luke log onto Jen's family's computer after he breaks into their house?

10. How does Jen differ from Luke and most of the kids in the online chat room?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jen and Luke have both grown up with particular beliefs. Jen is very passionate in her beliefs and Luke is more subdued. Explore the recurring theme of belief throughout the novel. What type of beliefs does Jen possess? What type of beliefs does Luke possess? How do Jen and Luke's beliefs affect the decisions that they make in their lives? How important is it to have strong beliefs in life?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the use of flashbacks in narrative writing and explore those used in the novel "Among the Hidden". How does the use of flashbacks help develop the main character? Are the flashbacks used in this novel important for the development of his character? Would the reader like more flashbacks to learn even more about the character?

Essay Topic 3

Jen's character is vital to the development of the story. Her influence on Luke is what changes the course of the story. Analyze Jen's character and examine how she affects Luke. What are Jen's strengths, weaknesses, and beliefs? Why does the reader believe her character is important to the overall story? What does her character add to the story?

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