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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. Who says, "I'm not a morning person"?

2. What do Patrick and Megan have for dinner on their first date?

3. Who is Timmy Coogan?

4. In Chapter 3, what does Megan think Patrick's living room is perfect for?

5. How much time did Megan have to get ready for dinner with Patrick in Chapter 4?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Megan think Patrick is a bad "pet parent"?

2. Why does Megan think it's a good thing that her parents have moved to Florida?

3. What does Megan mean by saying Patrick's nose is "bogus"?

4. Describe Patrick's house.

5. How does Megan feel about Patrick frequently touching her?

6. What are Patrick's plans for Thanksgiving?

7. Why does Megan want Patrick to look after Timmy?

8. Why doesn't Megan know much about babies?

9. What does Patrick tell Megan about Tilly Coogan?

10. Where did Patrick get the playpen?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The novel, "Thanksgiving" is set in present-day Williamsburg, Virgina. Discuss how the setting contributes to and influences the plot of the novel.

Essay Topic 2

What is your overall opinion of the novel "Thanksgiving"? What are its strengths and weaknesses?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the dialogue used in the novel "Thanksgiving". How would you describe the dialogue and what effect does it have on the story?

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