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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 was the first thing John and Jenny fought about regarding the puppy?

2. When Marley was ready to join John and Jenny at home, John was glad Jenny would be away. Why?

3. What device was being used at the obedience classes to help train the dogs?

4. What nickname did John give the obedience trainer?

5. Why was the dog given the full name of Grogan's Majestic Marley of Churchill?

Short Essay Questions

1. The day after John began his own program to train Marley, what did he come home to find?

2. Once he did a little research, what did John learn about Labrador Retrievers?

3. Dr. Jay also recommended another action for Marley, to help with his behavior. What was it? What was John's reaction?

4. Why did John decide to surprise Jenny with a three-week stay in Ireland?

5. How did the Grogans introduce the baby to Marley and how did he adjust to the new arrival?

6. What were the events that surrounded baby Patrick's birth?

7. The Grogans are excited about their first pregnancy but their happiness is short lived. Why?

8. How did John's first night with Marley at home go?

9. Who was Buddy and what was the result of his visit to the Grogans?

10. What did the Grogans see as they left Lori's and what did they realize?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define "the writer's purpose" and give four examples of different genres of writing and explain the writer's purpose for each one. Apply the definition to Marley & Me and discuss John Grogan's purpose in writing the memoir and if you think he has succeeded, with examples to back up your assertion.

Essay Topic 2

State the theme of Marley & Me. How is the theme of the story reflected in the conflict John Grogan experiences with Marley? Give four examples with an explanation for each one.

Essay Topic 3

Define "creative nonfiction" and explain how it applies to Marley & Me. Explain how the book differs from traditional nonfiction with supporting arguments. Explain how it differs from fiction, with supporting arguments.

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