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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. After leaving Bodie's office, Hank crosses campus and sees the television crew is there again. Who does he see with them?
2. Hank wants some information from Jacob when they meet for lunch. What is Jacob's response?
3. What is the name of the subdivision that Hank and his wife live in?
4. What do Hank's parents do for a living?
5. When Hank goes to deal with his daughter's issue, and sees her, what does he notice about her?
Short Essay Questions
1. The morning after his news debut, Hank realizes the film has been shown on Good Morning, America, much to everyone's amusement. Hank heads to see Campbell Wheemer. What is Hank's nickname for Wheemer? Why does he call him that? How is Wheemer a contrast to Hank?
2. What is the narrator, Hank's, full name and what is his occupation? Where does he work?
3. What events transpired after the dog arrived at the Devereaux home?
4. When Hank gets home from his visit to Julie, he has a conversation with Billy Quigley. What are Billy's characteristics and what is the conversation about?
5. Who is driving Hank home and what do they pass on their way? Where does Hank live?
6. When Hank finally gets home, what is his daughter doing? What message does he find on his answering machine?
7. Why is Hank under pressure from his department colleagues at the beginning of the book? What does this result in at a staff meeting?
8. Hank's news item is aired on television and he becomes something of a local hero to his colleagues. What is the first place Hank goes to that night? What is bothering him?
9. In the Prologue, how does Hank explain that his life was not easy as a child?
10. The evening after Teddy drops Hank off at home, what does Hank decide to do? Where does he end up and what is the result of this?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Humor is an element of memoir writing that is often employed by authors. Why is it used? How can it enhance a novel? What two types of humor does Russo use in "Straight Man"? Give four examples of Richard Russo's use of humor where you feel the pace and the theme of Straight Man has been enhanced by its use.
Essay Topic 2
State the theme of "Straight Man". How is the theme of the story reflected in the conflicts and challenges Hank Devereaux experiences during one week at Railton College? Give four examples with an explanation for each one.
Essay Topic 3
Why do you think Richard Russo included an Epilogue in "Straight Man"? (i.e., what do you think his intent was?) Give three reasons why you believe the Epilogue is an effective way to end the novel.
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