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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 kind of boots does the famous five's uncle wear?

2. How does the Sir say the woman will look once her tooth is removed in "At the Denis"?

3. What does Randolf hang in "Randolf's Party"?

4. Whose job is it to provide a performer in "The Wrestling Dog"?

5. What does Randolf continue putting up in "Raldolf's Party"?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Frank argue with his wife in "No Flies on Frank"? What happens because of this?

2. Compare the symbolism and themes of the story "The Wrestling Dog" and the poem "Good Dog Nigel."

3. Describe the rhyme and meter of the short poem, "Good Dog Nigel."

4. Describe the character of Frank in "No Flies on Frank."

5. Describe the irony of the story "The Fat Growth of Eric Hearble."

6. Compare the characters of Eric Hearble and Frank. How are these characters similar? How do they differ?

7. What is the story "At the Denis" about? What genre is this story?

8. Describe the plot of "The Fat Growth on Eric Hearble."

9. What is the most notable feature of John Lennon's writing in this collection?

10. What is "Good Dog Nigel" about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how Lennon's illustrations complement the writings of In His Own Write. Who is Lennon's principle influence in his artistic style?

Essay Topic 2

Define portmanteau and describe how John Lennon uses it in his works throughout the book.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the term "satire" as it applies to Lennon's works. Give examples of satire in different selections from the book.

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