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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. Richard teaches Dickie about self preservation and _____________________.
2. What is Richard doing when Dickie appears in Chapter 31?
3. What job does Richard do after leaving the Air Force?
4. What is the seat back that Dickie pulls out for Richard when they reach the top of the hill?
5. Richard suggest to Dickie that Dickie should run away from __________________.
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Richard's attempts at getting Dickie to stay show about their relationship at this point?
2. What is a common theme in the book, and how does Richard use this factor to grow his character?
3. What does Richard feel about his role as teacher in his relationship with Dickie?
4. How does Richard use arithmetic to teach Dickie about life?
5. What advice does Richard give Dickie about handling life's challenges?
6. What does Richard tell Dickie about his religious beliefs after the death of his brother?
7. How are Dickie and Richard at odds regarding security?
8. What is the basis of the conversation between Richard and Dickie regarding good and evil?
9. In what capacity was Dickie at the charity ball and why is Richard upset by Dickie's behavior there?
10. What does Richard now know that Bobby's death meant to him?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
RUNNING FROM SAFETY is a classic story of loss and renewal. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
Bach is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.
Essay Topic 3
Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the book. Why would Dickie feel a different kind of loneliness from the loneliness that Richard experiences? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.
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