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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 toy does Mrs. Schmauss find in the washing machine?

2. What is the name of the takeout restaurant that Boris' mother usually gets food from?

3. Why does Boris say he is the only one in his household that can cook?

4. What event does Ben say "was really great" in reference to Annabel?

5. What vegetable does Boris ask Ben to help him chop up?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Annabel's gym coach and what does he say about her athletic abilities?

2. Describe the way Mrs. Schmauss defends herself against being accused of drinking the Andrews family alcohol.

3. How does Ben feel about Mrs. Schmauss, and why does he feel that way?

4. Summarize the highlights of Annabel's phone conversation to the repairman.

5. Summarize the phone conversation between Annabel and Bill at the beginning of Chapter 8.

6. Describe the toy Ben makes in school and what is it made from.

7. How does Boris feel about Ellen when Annabel is in her body?

8. Describe in detail Annabel and Ben's "pick-up lunch" in Chapter 7.

9. How does Ben feel about Boris and why does he feel that way?

10. Describe the physical qualities of Mrs. Schmauss.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As Annabel starts the laundry, Boris Harris turns up at the apartment door. In this way the two characters begin an interaction that is important to their relationship throughout the rest of the book. Write an essay that traces the relationship between Annabel and Boris as it develops and changes throughout the novel. How does their interaction and the growth in their relationship reveal characterization, theme or other literary element? Provide concrete examples to back up your assertions.

Essay Topic 2

From the scene on the street with her crying brother to the encounter with the runaway washing machine to a school conference on her grades -- and more -- Annabel finds herself challenged as she lives as and must interact with others as an adult. Select one scene from the book that you feel most prominently demonstrates growth in Annabel's character. Describe how and why she has grown, and explain why. Provide evidence from the novel to back up your assertions.

Essay Topic 3

The end of Chapter 4 revolves around Annabel and Bill's continued conversation about money, Annabel, his shirts, and his departure for work. Write an essay that analyzes the father, daughter and mother relationship.

Part 1. Provide an analysis of the camp situation. Why do the characters involved respond in the ways they do and what does that contribute to the story?

Part 2. Provide an analysis of the discussion of Mrs. Schmauss and his shirts. Why do the characters respond in the ways that they do and what does that contribute to the story? Include specific examples to make your points.

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