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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. Who does Frank encounter on the drive leading to the O'Dells' home?

2. Why does Ann kiss Frank?

3. What frustrates Frank as he waits for Ann to arrive?

4. In what industry does Irv work?

5. What does Ann promise Frank as Paul is loaded onto the helicopter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What inappropriate phone call does Frank make from the hotel?

2. What are Ann's intentions for Paul's care?

3. How does Frank respond when Charley makes an attempt to be friends?

4. What does Ann tell Frank about what Paul had done to Charley yesterday?

5. How does Ann respond when Frank calls to tell her about Paul's accident?

6. Why does seeing a copy of his novel at the hotel make Frank feel sad?

7. Describe the stilted conversation between Frank and Paul in the car.

8. How is Paul injured at the Baseball Hall of Fame?

9. What is Frank's conflicted position regarding getting back together with Ann?

10. Explain Frank's frustrations with the Markhams.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Paul is exhibiting such destructive behavior both towards himself and towards others? What are his underlying reasons for acting out? Do you think he has gone too far in trying to gain attention? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Frank intends to speak to Paul about the Declaration of Independence and Emerson's SELF-RELIANCE during this weekend. Explain what Frank intends to glean from these documents that might be applicable for Paul. Is Frank hiding behind these documents because he truly believes them or because he cannot find his own words?

Essay Topic 3

Describe Frank's Existence Period. What does he mean by this term? What does he do during this period? How long has it lasted? Is he comfortable with it?

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