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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. During the weekend Will Grayson 1 only leaves the house once, he look at which of his textbooks for hours in one sitting?

2. Will Grayson 1 hides his fake ID in the pages of which book?

3. When Will Grayson 1 calls Jane at the behest of Tiny, she tells Will Grayson 1 that she has hidden a note for him in what location?

4. Will Grayson 2 follows Isaac's instructions to meet at Frenchy's, which turns out to be what kind of shop?

5. When Will Grayson 2 receives a call at the same time as Will Grayson 1 receives a call, who is calling Will Grayson 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the significance of the novel's title Will Grayson, Will Grayson?

2. What is Will Grayson 2's first impression of Will Grayson 2 and how does it quickly change?

3. The first time Will Grayson 1 calls Jane, what aspect of the conversation causes him to believe he has failed to impress Jane?

4. What plan does Will Grayson 1's father have for Will Grayson 1?

5. Discuss the change in narration that occurs between Chapters 1 and 2.

6. Give an example of Tiny helping Will Grayson 1 overcome his loneliness.

7. Who is Tiny?

8. In what way does the theme of isolation arise in relation to Will Grayson 1?

9. For what reason is Will Grayson 1 unable to gain entry to the Maybe Dead Cats concert?

10. Describe Jane.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the instances of irony within the narrative of Will Grayson, Will Grayson and analyze Green’s or Levithan’s purpose for including each instance you discuss.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Green and Levithan's choice to tell the story of Will Grayson, Will Grayson using two different first person points of view. What elements of the novel's themes lend themselves to this choice and what are Green and Levithan’s intended effects on the reader?

Essay Topic 3

How are the topics of romantic relationships, love, and sex treated within the novel Will Grayson, Will Grayson and how does their treatment relate to the novel's depicted messages?

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