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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Adam been refusing whenever someone comes in to check on him?

2. Where is Adam lying when the car comes by to try to help him out as he is on his bike journey?

3. Adam is riding a plain bike, like the one ____________ rode as a kid years ago.

4. In what city does Adam plan to spend the night during his continuing bike journey?

5. What does Whipper say when Adam finally returns to the hospital? "Well, what do you know - the __________ back."

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Adam seems to be chasing his memories just as much as Dr. Brint is. Adam has no idea who he is at first, so the interrogations allow him to investigate his own life as well.

Part 1: Why do you think Adam has troubles remembering his true name and identity?

Part 2: Do you think Adam wants to remember his old life anymore? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think there's any chance that Adam can be a normal and well-adjusted boy anymore? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The question of identity is one that continues to be asked throughout the story.

Part 1: Do you think that identity can only be defined in one way? Why or why not?

Part 2: Do you think a person's identity can change? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think it's healthy to have more than one identity? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

At several points during the novel, Adam talks about becoming a writer when he grows up.

Part 1: Why do you think Adam wants to be a writer when he grows up?

Part 2: Do you think Adam would be a good writer or a good journalist? Why or why not?

Part 3: What does this say about Adam's feelings toward his father than he too wants to be a writer?

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