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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. When writing, what letter does Johnny substitute for the letter "s"?

2. What advise does Johnny's boss give him when he goes to pick up his final paycheck?

3. Which of the following types of fish is the only food Johnny eats after slipping into insanity?

4. Where does Johnny sleep when he moves to Flagstaff?

5. Who is Teppet Brooks?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Will react to Reston's suggestion that he call "National Geographic" and let them take over the investigation of the hallway?

2. How does Lude react to seeing Johnny after he finally emerges from his apartment?

3. How does Will pass the time in the hallway once his batteries have run out?

4. How does Tom die?

5. What nightmare does Johnny frequently have that involves a frat boy?

6. How does Johnny respond to Thumper's invitation to come over for dinner?

7. How does the real estate agent react to Karen's decision to sell the home in Virginia?

8. How does Johnny learn that he wrote a book entitled "House of Leaves"?

9. What are the only two reasons Johnny has for leaving his apartment after he slips into insanity?

10. What critique does Timothy K Thuan give of Will's photography?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Johnny is haunted by terrifying nightmares. Choose one of Johnny's recurring nightmares, and describe it in detail. Then, explain how Johnny's nightmares compare/contrast to his hallucinations during the day. Finally, explain how Johnny reacts to his nightmares and if you think he overreacts.

Essay Topic 2

Zampano is a mysterious character who creeps around Lude's apartment building. First, describe Zampano as Lude remembers him. Then, explain the mystery surrounding Zampano's death. Finally, explain how the contents of Zampano's trunk eventually unleash an obsession in Johnny Truant.

Essay Topic 3

Holloway Roberts is a man hired to explore the mysterious hallway in Will's home. First, describe Will's first impressions of Holloway. Then, explain why Holloway is motivated to complete the exploration. Finally, describe the ways Holloway's character changes once he enters the darkness of the hallway.

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