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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The only thing Paul recalls about his body from his middle years is __________.
(a) How he cut his first genital hairs because he thought it was abnormal.
(b) His allergies to bees and wasps.
(c) How smelly his armpits became.
(d) The fear he will never mature.

2. Where does Paul like to study with his friends?
(a) The greenhouse.
(b) In the library.
(c) The graveyard.
(d) In the park.

3. As Paul struggles with being in the closet, what does Bobby struggle with?
(a) Rickett's disease.
(b) Spina bifida.
(c) Scoliosis.
(d) Multiple sclerosis.

4. What achievement does Paul acquire by the end of his sophomore year?
(a) He finally learns how to play soccer.
(b) He wins the Greek theater award.
(c) He wins the Latin Declamation contest.
(d) He wins a poetry contest.

5. What unlikely act does Paul do at the mall?
(a) Buy expensive clothing.
(b) Steal clothing.
(c) Flirt with a boy.
(d) Make friends with a girl.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paul Monette feel about growing up gay?

2. Why does Paul not kiss Richie?

3. Even though Cody and Natalie are not on great terms, why is Paul jealous?

4. Why is it surprising Bobby makes it to high school and college?

5. How old is Paul when he is first introduced to sexual experiences?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe in detail what Paul sees as he gets his lunch by the sixth grade lockers. What is his reaction?

2. What qualities/characteristics attracts Paul to Kite? How does his upbringing influence his attraction to Kite?

3. Compare and contrast how Alex and Paul handle being gay in Andover. What consequences are there for each of them?

4. Although Paul admires Cody, how is this relationship yet again one-sided? How does Paul place greater importance on popularity than friendship?

5. How is the Andover Spa a good place for Paul?

6. What is Paul's reaction and determination as Sean spends more time with alone or with Amy during summer break in California?

7. Describe Bobby's character and how he manages his medical condition. How does Paul feel about Bobby and his capabilities?

8. Why does Paul consider his parents brave? What shows that his parents are different from other parents in Andover?

9. Explain the importance of camaraderie in Paul's view.

10. Find three words to describe Paul's high school years. Refer to examples.

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