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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. In order to make the task even more difficult for Chick to complete, what is the only tool that Arty allows him to use?

2. What problem does Zephr McGurk wish to alleviate for Arty?

3. Who is Miranda?

4. Where do the twins hide on their birthday?

5. What unusual weather event is happening on the twins' birthday?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Olympia's appearance.

2. What happens when Al takes Chick into town?

3. How does Zephr McGurk change Arty's show?

4. What happens when Oly visits Miranda at work?

5. What does Lil Binewski do that is unusual during her pregnancies?

6. What is the unusual offer that Miranda been approached about, and how does she react?

7. Why is Chick almost abandoned by the Binewski family?

8. Why is Dr. Phyllis' hiring significant in Arty's climb to power?

9. What significant event happens on the twins' 14th birthday?

10. Describe the invention that Zephr McGurk brings to Arty.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Bag Man's arrival to the Binewski Fabulon is a highly significant event. It is as unexpected as it disturbing. In an essay, explain what you know about the course of the Bag Man's life and why he has sought out a job from Arty. Why you believe Arty chose to hire the Bag Man? The Bag Man expresses that he didn't want his children to become freaks. Explain how his actions have helped or hindered his children's psychological maturation.

Essay Topic 2

Chick's powers are considered the most valuable and the most dangerous of the Binewski children. In an essay, discuss the way that different family members view Chick, and how they exploit Chick and his abilities. Finally, describe the way that Chick views himself and similarly, how he views his powers.

Essay Topic 3

Arty's relationship with Chick changes as Arty realizes his power. In an essay, analyze the progression of Arty's view of Chick from his infancy to his death as well as the progression of Chick's view of Arty during the same time period. What elements have affected each brother's views of the other over the course of the novel?

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