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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. In Phoenix, Ralph befriends a couple who owns a ___________________.

2. What does the car run into, leaving dent's in the car's back end?

3. Why does Lonnie drive the car off the side of the road a few miles outside Phoenix?

4. To what city do Ralph and Lonnie go in hopes of being able to find jobs?

5. What is attached to the horse's shoe for the movie?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Ralph spend his first day on the movie set?

2. What does Lonnie do while driving and learning that Ralph is willing to let Lonnie be part owner of the vehicle?

3. What is Ralph's opinion of the movie set and who is surprisingly working there?

4. Why does Ralph allow Lonnie to search for a car, and what is Ralph's opinion of the car Lonnie finds?

5. What is revealed about Ralph's character in the first two chapters?

6. Explain the experience the boys have while trying to get the car up the hills?

7. What deal does Ralph make with the movie people and how much does he earn in a week?

8. What advice does the train conductor give to Ralph about finding a job on a ranch?

9. Why does Ralph decide to leave Phoenix and go to Wickenburg?

10. Who is Ralph's family doctor and what does the doctor encourage Ralph to do to help his condition?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book? List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 3

What is the overall setting for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Moody choose to use these places in the novel?

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