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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. In chapter eight, what is used as a symbol of the family relationship between the Johnsons?
(a) The trunk.
(b) Janie's mother's new attitude.
(c) Dinner.
(d) The home.

2. How old is Hannah when she joins the group, as stated in chapter nine?
(a) 18.
(b) 17.
(c) 16.
(d) 20.

3. Mr. Brylowe teaches which subject?
(a) Art.
(b) English.
(c) Math.
(d) History.

4. What group does Hannah join, as stated in chapter nine?
(a) A religious cult.
(b) Alcoholics anonymous.
(c) A group of writers and philosophers.
(d) A traveling circus group.

5. What word best describe Janie's feelings toward her kiss with Reeve?
(a) Elated.
(b) Disturbed.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which chapter does Janie attempt to dial the 800 number on the milk carton?

2. What kind of ice cream do Reeve and Janie order in chapter two of the novel?

3. In chapter two, Janie has a strange flashback of a strange woman. In the flashback, where is the strange woman leading Janie?

4. In which chapter does Janie have her most vivid memory?

5. How old is Janie Johnson at the beginning of the novel?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Janie reluctant to make conversation with her parents at dinner in chapter eight?

2. What leads Janie to start looking in the attic in chapter seven?

3. Explain Janie's feelings about the kiss between her and Reeve.

4. Why is Janie at cake decorating class? And what happens while she is there?

5. What does Janie bring up in chapter eight, when she finally decides to confront her parents?

6. What does Janie realize about her parents' fears in chapter nine?

7. Describe the conversation that Reeve has with Janie while at the Scenic Overlook in chapter two.

8. Describe what goes through Janie's mind as she looks at the milk carton.

9. Explain the situation when Janie returns home after hearing about Jason's birth certificate.

10. Explain the focus of Janie's mind during chapter two.

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