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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. Which character does Will Grayson 1 call the most normal friend Will has ever had?
2. What is NOT a quality Will Grayson 1 describes as part of his father's appearance?
3. What action does Will Grayson 2 take as his mother is telling him to have a good day?
4. Will Grayson 1 compares Tiny to what object when describing Tiny's compassion?
5. What does Will Grayson 2 do when the whole school seemingly begins after-school activities?
Short Essay Questions
1. The first time Will Grayson 1 calls Jane, what aspect of the conversation causes him to believe he has failed to impress Jane?
2. In what way does the theme of isolation arise in relation to Will Grayson 1?
3. What plan does Will Grayson 1's father have for Will Grayson 1?
4. Describe Jane.
5. In what way are Tiny and Will Grayson 2 foils for one another?
6. What passion is shared by the characters Tiny, Will Grayson 1, and Jane?
7. What is the significance of the novel's title Will Grayson, Will Grayson?
8. In what way does the theme of deception arise in relation to Maura's character?
9. Describe the protagonist Will Grayson 1, who is featured in Chapter 1 of the novel.
10. Characterize Will Grayson 2's outlook on life.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How do the themes of deception and secrecy function within Will Grayson, Will Grayson and what are Green and Levithan’s messages regarding these themes?
Essay Topic 2
Could Will Grayson, Will Grayson be classified as a coming-of-age story? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 3
Trace the characterization arc of Tiny’s character throughout the novel Will Grayson, Will Grayson. Discuss whether Tiny is a round or flat character and whether Tiny is a static or dynamic character. Be sure to discuss the way in which Tiny's musical parallels his own personal journey.
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