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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. Why is Richard unable to move his wheelchair?
(a) He does not have a way to charge it.
(b) The wheelchair does not work on rugs.
(c) It is controlled with a handheld joystick.
(d) The wheels do not turn.

2. What feast does Karina make on Christmas Eve?
(a) The 13 Desserts.
(b) La Vigilia.
(c) Wigilia.
(d) Kūčios.

3. To whom does Richard write letters on the computer?
(a) Maxine.
(b) His daughter.
(c) His father.
(d) Karina.

4. When Bill demands to speak privately with Karina, he expresses what concern?
(a) That she is falling in love with Richard.
(b) That she will burn out.
(c) That she will regret caring for Richard.
(d) That Richard is falling in love with her.

5. Following the Christmas Eve incident, what does Richard notice about Karina?
(a) Her serenity and calm.
(b) Her exhaustion and hard work.
(c) Her happiness and joy.
(d) Her anxiety and fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Tommy?

2. How has Karina changed following her trip to New Orleans?

3. What surprise does Karina have for Richard after the sale of his condo?

4. How does Grace protect Richard while Karina is in New Orleans?

5. What does Richard consider to be sloppy and incomprehensible?

Short Essay Questions

1. While Karina is in New Orleans, what does Richard try to do? Why?

2. How does Karina prepare for Christmas Eve?

3. What advice does Bill give Karina?

4. Who is Dr. George and what service does he offer Richard?

5. What is ironic about Karina's asking Richard if he wants anything in Chapter Twenty-eight?

6. What changes does Richard see in Karina following her trip to New Orleans?

7. What revelation does Karina experience in New Orleans?

8. How did moving to Boston impact Richard and Karina? What does Richard think about the move?

9. What situation causes Grace and Richard to grow closer together while Karina is in New Orleans?

10. Following her trip to New Orleans, what surprise does Karina have for Richard? How does he respond?

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