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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. Although the midnight encounter with Angela has changed Tycho in some ways, Chapter 13 demonstrates that he is still his usual practical self. How?

2. In Chapter 14, Angela's most personal fear is revealed. What is it she fears?

3. When Roland finally agrees to speak with Angela, how does he refer to her?

4. In Chapter 12, what revelation does Angela make to Tycho that surprises him?

5. Once he gets off the phone with Dido, Tycho goes outside. What is he planning to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Angela and Tycho drag Jerry from the car, what do they do?

2. When Tycho learns, during his conversation on the phone with Dido, that Angela has not returned home, what does his reaction tell us about his perception of Angela?

3. What does Angela say and do that illustrates that she has changed her mind about Tycho and wants to change the nature of their relationship?

4. While Angela and Tycho are tending to Jerry's injuries, who arrives on the scene? Why is Angela relieved at this arrival?

5. After Angela has taken a shower and borrowed some of Tycho's clean clothes, she tells him where she has been since they parted at Roland's office. What does she say?

6. In Chapter 10, Richard and Mr. Potter return from the liquor store, and is it clear they are in the middle of an argument. What is the argument about, and what does this scene tell us about Mr. Potter?

7. What do Angela and Tycho find when they hurry to the scene of the accident?

8. Angela and Tycho react in very different ways to the accident. How does each react?

9. Describe what happens when Angela first appears in Tycho's house at midnight.

10. Describe the difficulty Angela and Tycho are faced with in attempting to get to Angela's house.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 2, Tycho's family is introduced. Describe the family dynamic of the Potters and the role each of the family members plays within this dynamic. How do you think having this particular family has influenced Tycho's personality and temperament?

Essay Topic 2

Although Tycho clearly thinks of Angela as very responsible (e.g., he is shocked when he learns she has not gone home after her confrontation with Roland), it also clear that Angela does have a rather rebellious, daring streak. Describe two or three examples of this rebellious side of Angela's character, and say why you think she is acting in such a manner in those situations.

Essay Topic 3

Seeing how upset Angela is at the meeting with Roland in the coffee shop, and his rejection of her, Tycho advises her to write off her father altogether. Based on what we know of Tycho from the text, what do you think are his motives for giving this advice?

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