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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. What instrument is played by the older woman?

2. What is the name of the owner?

3. Who objects to Freeleigh's plan in "Calling Mexico?"

4. How many men gather together in a deep conversation in "Long After Midnight?"

5. How long has the character lived alone on the planet?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the difference between the two men at the beach in "The Shoreline at Sunset."

2. Who uses "The Black Ferris" as a means of manipulation? How and why is this feat enacted?

3. Tell the story of Margot in "All Summer in a Day."

4. What is the plan put into motion by Doug in "The Utterly Perfect Murder?" What is the outcome?

5. What is the relationship between Anna Marie and Roger in "Some Live Like Lazarus?" How does the relationship evolve?

6. What is unusual about the parrot in "The Parrot Who Met Papa?" What happens to the parrot?

7. In "The Day It Rained Forever" three friends complain at the severe heat while waiting for a specific event to occur. What is the event? When is it due to occur?

8. Discuss the plot of n "The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit." Who is involved? What do the people learn?

9. Why is Joseph resentful toward Marie in "Interval in Sunlight?"

10. Discuss the life span of the characters in "Frost and Fire" and why it is unusual.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a detailed biography of Ray Bradbury. Include his personal and professional lives, his stories, movies, and theater pieces. Also discuss Bradbury's affiliations and inspirations, as well as those he has inspired.

Essay Topic 2

It is common for groups of people to stick together, particularly if they feel threatened by outsiders. As a result, many act out due to mob mentality. Examine the concept of mob mentality. What is mob mentality? Is it positive or negative? How did mob mentality play a role in the story? Have you ever experienced mob mentality? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

One theme in the book is the old adage "Be careful what you wish for." This can be seen in "Silent Towns" and "Marionettes, Inc." in addition to others. Discuss how this choice of theme is a popular one and how Bradbury uses it to relate to his audience. Also give examples of things you wished for, received, and regretted.

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