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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. The name Fresno is Spanish for what word?

2. What character in the novel is highly intelligent and enrolled in advanced academic classes in school?

3. Kristina was first introduced to crank while visiting whom?

4. Trey is released from prison shortly before what holiday?

5. What new boy in Autumn's class seems interested in her?

Short Essay Questions

1. What leads up to Summer's confrontation with Erica in the novel? How do Matt and Kyle react to this confrontation?

2. How do Hunter's insecurities about his family impact his current relationship in the novel?

3. Describe the character of Cora Shepherd in the novel. How did Autumn come into Cora's custody?

4. Describe the stylistic elements of Fallout. How is the novel divided into sections? What effect does the style have on the reader?

5. Describe Autumn's childhood and family life in the novel. Where does she live and with whom?

6. Who does Summer first become intimate with in the novel? How is this event described?

7. Where is Hunter working when he is first approached and flirted with by fans in the novel?

8. How is Hunter's character introduced in the novel? What is his family setting like? How does Hunter feel about his parents?

9. How has Autumn's childhood affected her current romantic relationship in the novel?

10. What upsets Autumn about her aunt's evolving relationship with Liam in the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss the dangers of pharmaceutical drug abuse and the trend of "pharm parties" in America. What risks does Hunter take by using unknown drugs on Thanksgiving? How does this reflect Hunter's unstable emotional state and the mistakes of his parents?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and discuss the effects of crank on Kristina's character. What characteristics does Kristina exhibit which are clearly results of her chemical abuse? How does Hunter respond to seeing his mother at Christmas, and how has their relationship been affected by Kristina's drug use?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the relationship between Nikki and Hunter in the narrative. How has Hunter's past and family impacted his ability to be secure in his relationships? How has Nikki's past affected her relationships? How do each of their families compare?

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