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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. What does Antonia make for dinner that reminds her of better times?

2. Jazz comes up with a symbol to indicate when she is just kidding. What is that symbol?

3. What happens when Antonia blacks out during her swim lesson with Jazz?

4. What is Mr. Luther's first name?

5. What activity did Antonia and her mother once try together?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Michael's role in helping antonia locate her family?

2. Why does Jazz hate her mother?

3. Why is Mrs. Bartoli concerned about Antonia?

4. Why does Jazz suggest that Shelly committed suicide?

5. What does Antonia cite as her biggest regret, and how does disclosing that affect the story?

6. Why is Mrs. Luther so impressed with Antonia?

7. What is the significance of the smell of bacon and eggs to Antonia?

8. What is Jazz's problem with Mrs. Bartoli?

9. What is Antonia's reaction to Jazz showing her the tattoo on her ankle?

10. How does Jazz feel about her sister, Janey?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Antonia's relationship with her father and why she would rather lie about the real relationship than tell the truth. What impact does Antonia's relationship - or lack of relationship - have on her life?

Essay Topic 2

Gregoire is an important character in Jazz's life. Discuss at least three reasons why Gregoire is so appealing to Jazz. Include in your answer what the impact of Gregoire's actions are on Jazz's music career.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Dr. DiLeo's character and his impact he has on both Antonia and Jazz. Argue that his actions in pairing Antonia and Jazz together for mutual counseling are justified. If you think his actions were wrong, explain why giving specific examples.

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