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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. Why does Marielle offer help with the menus?

2. What does Jordan wear to hide his weight loss?

3. What does Ouija mean?

4. When Naomi says: "I'm literally going to push you down these stairs," (15) that is an example of which literary device?

5. What is Naomi doing when Marielle calls her in "Talking to Myself and Feeling Old"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Marielle meet her husband?

2. Why does Marielle propose the pact - what wrong is she trying to remedy?

3. What does Naomi instruct Marielle to do on the beach in "Talking to Myself and Feeling Old" and why?

4. How would you describe Max and Marielle's relationship?

5. How does Naomi react when Marielle discovers her ring and why did her fiancé choose it?

6. In "Talking to Myself and Feeling Old" why is Craig feeling pretty good about himself?

7. How does Jordy react to the gift that Jordan gives him in "We've Only Just Begun"?

8. What are Naomi and Marielle's taste in music like?

9. What is Jordan's job and current opinions on his field in "Yesterday Once More"?

10. What does Jordan think about the paint choice in the hospital?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay identifying the novel's climax and defend your stance. Why do you believe that moment is the climax? Make sure to include direct evidence and draw from your knowledge of plot structure before you come to a conclusion.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about how Rowley’s use of non-literary elements affects his novel. What larger thematic connections is Rowley making by quoting Harris’ Chocolat? How do these elements provide context to how Rowley wants his novel to be read? Reference the epigraph, cover art, dedication, acknowledgments, or obituary at the end of the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how the title "You're the Nearest Thing to Heaven That I've Ever Seen" (Jordy, 2023) is symbolic of the strength of Jordy and Jordan's relationship throughout the years. Consider Jordan's religious faith and his views on heaven. Furthermore, consider addressing the time period and the identification of Jordy in the parenthesis.

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