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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 takes Bogus's suitcase?

2. How does Couth describe himself to Bogus and Biggie?

3. In Bogus's dream in Chapter 28, where were he and Biggie?

4. What is Tulpen's complaint about Bogus as they are getting ready for bed?

5. What causes Bogus to rewrite the entire translation of Akthelt and Gunnel?

Short Essay Questions

1. What makes the limo driver nervous on the way to Maine?

2. Why does Bogus tell Colm that the story he's been telling him at bedtime is real?

3. How have Bogus's views on promiscuity changed throughout the novel as he has grown older and had various relationships?

4. What change does having Colm around spur in Tulpen?

5. Why does Bogus feel betrayed by the nurse?

6. What does Bogus believe is causing Colm's night terrors?

7. How does Bogus reflect on the life of a prostitute?

8. How is Sprog symbolic of Bogus?

9. What might the statue foreshadow for the reader?

10. In what ways does Old Thak represent Ralph?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The story begins with Bogus looking for a solution for his urinary tract issues. Bogus notes that his father, who is a urologist, could not identify his urinary issues even though Dr. Vigneron claims they are quiet obvious. Expand on this thought and how it applies to Bogus's overall life. Also, Bogus has four choices for how to handle his problems. The choices are medication, abstinence, surgery, or the Water-Method. Explain how the choices he makes represent his interaction with the world.

Essay Topic 2

In what ways does Ralph Parker's film title take on a double meaning? How could this title, and the film itself, be a commentary on the society at large? Has the situation improved or declined since the book's publication? Support your opinion with the text.

Essay Topic 3

Bogus Trumper, the main character, makes significant progress throughout the book. Describe this character development and include circumstances from the story that helped prompt this change.

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