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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. How does Frank get the key to Angus' study?

2. Why does Frank use his catapult on the dog in "Running Dog"?

3. What demand does Frank make of Angus at the end of "The Prodigal"?

4. In "Space Invaders," when does Frank suggest wiping out all of humanity?

5. What does Frank say made Eric start drinking when he was going to college?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frank do when he sees the dog on fire in "Running Dog"?

2. In "Running Dog," how does Frank explain insanity?

3. What is strange about the specimen jar Frank finds in Angus' study?

4. What does Frank mention while playing "Space Invaders" with Jamie?

5. What happens when Eric calls Frank in "Running Dog"?

6. Why does Frank become angry with his father in "The Prodigal"?

7. How does Frank describe his childhood relationship with Eric?

8. What happens when Eric calls in "The Wasp Factory"?

9. In "Space Invaders," what does Frank say about gender?

10. How was Angus able to convince Frank he was a boy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the symbolism of fire in the novel. Define symbolism in your essay and give specific examples of the use of fire in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze at least three of the chapter titles in this novel.

Essay Topic 3

What message is delivered about family in "The Wasp Factory"?

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