View a FREE sample

This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 21, what song does Bert feel there should be a sequel to?

2. What does Irwin become in Chapter 7?

3. What is the name of Patrick's mother?

4. Where does Chapter 28 take place?

5. In Chapter 4, where does Patrick steal the smalls from?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 19, who does Patrick want to find?

2. How does Patrick become bolder in Chapter 6?

3. In Chapter 21, what is Patrick's relationship with Bert like?

4. What types of imaginary games does the "Kane Gang" play?

5. Why do Charlie and Patrick discuss glam rock in Chapter 10?

6. How does Patrick meet Mr. Teat?

7. In Chapter 16, which two memories does Patrick describe?

8. What happens during the bombing described in Chapter 23?

9. What happens when Peepers Egan confronts Patrick about his essays?

10. What do Patrick and Charlie do when Patrick moves in, in Chapter 14?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the development of three characters from this novel. Consider their emotional, physical, and psychological development.

Essay Topic 2

The theme of motherhood is strong throughout this novel. How does the theme of motherhood affect Patrick? How does it dictate what he does, thinks, and feels? How does this theme move the plot forward?

Essay Topic 3

How does the Irish civil war affect this novel? Choose three characters and explain how the war affected them, defined their character and had an impact on their plot lines.

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 506 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample