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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 37, Dickie is becoming _________________ to Richard's mind.
(a) an inspiration.
(b) a nuisance.
(c) more integral.
(d) an afterthought.

2. Richard tells Dickie that there are consequences of what he chooses to ________________.
(a) sculpt.
(b) write.
(c) sing.
(d) paint.

3. Dickie leaves Richard without _______________.
(a) apologizing to him.
(b) leaving an address.
(c) telling him he loves him.
(d) saying goodbye.

4. In Chapter 21, Richard tells Leslie about a memory he has from what grade in school?
(a) Tenth.
(b) Ninth.
(c) Third.
(d) Sixth.

5. As Dickie and Richard walk up a hill, Richard tells Dickie that he does not believe in _________________.
(a) illness.
(b) ghosts.
(c) destiny.
(d) love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Richard encourages Dickie to pretend that there is a god who ________________________.

2. Chapter 23 opens with a memory of Dickie and his brother, ________________.

3. What is Richard doing at the beginning of Chapter 30?

4. Richard encourages Dickie to make room for _______________________.

5. What does Dickie tell Richard that Dickie did at the charity ball?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Richard tell Dickie about his religious beliefs after the death of his brother?

2. What is a common theme in the book, and how does Richard use this factor to grow his character?

3. How does Richard view Dickie in Chapter 34 as opposed to seeing him as an imaginary friend in Chapter 33?

4. What is the basis of the conversation between Richard and Dickie regarding good and evil?

5. In what capacity was Dickie at the charity ball and why is Richard upset by Dickie's behavior there?

6. At what point is Dickie's name changed to Dick?

7. What does Richard's attempts at getting Dickie to stay show about their relationship at this point?

8. What name does Richard give for his religion when Dickie asks?

9. What is Richard's perspective on the possibility of Dickie's leaving?

10. Why are Richard and Leslie at cross purposes regarding what to tell Dickie about love and marriage?

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