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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When he returned, James found out that ________ had taken his share of the racetrack money and had not been heard from since.

2. How much did Sadie and Sammy want for all of the rights to Mr. Mars, the celebrity dog?

3. James finds that he has received a letter from ___________, thanking him for his friendship and support.

4. Where did James notice a sudden crowd begin to form as he enjoyed his breakfast?

5. Where do Mr. Mars and James go before they head out for their next adventure?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When James finally comes upon Hugo after his lengthy search, he's not quite sure what to say to him.

Part 1: Why do you think James was so intent on finding Hugo in the story?

Part 2: Why might James have been so nervous upon seeing Hugo again?

Part 3: How might James have started the conversation with Hugo in a different way?

Essay Topic 2

As James begins to look for Hugo, he realizes that Sadie has locked him in the house, so he needs to pick the locks to get out of the house.

Part 1: Why do you think that Sadie decided to lock James into the house?

Part 2: Do you think Sadie is a crazy person? Why or why not?

Part 3: Do you think James should have realized that Sadie might have tried something like that? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

James realizes that his memories for Anna have been transformed by the end of the book.

Part 1: Why do you think James wanted to be with Anna in the first place?

Part 2: Do you think Anna and James would have made a good couple? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think James' feelings change?

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