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The themes of betrayal and trust (or lack of trust) were evident throughout the story. Pick two examples during Zits’ time travel and explain how they played an integral role in the formation of who Zits became at the end of the story. Your answer should be in essay format and should reflect 25 minutes of planning and writing.

More practice questions:

1.) Aside from Zits’ acne, he acquires other //disabilities// while in the lives of the other people during his flight. What other //disabilities// does he encounter while in the bodies of the others? In the end of the novel, Zits’ new mom gives him acne medicine to cure his “disability.” What does Zits do to overcome his other //disabilities// and what are those disabilities representing?

2.) Sherman Alexie decides to end his novel in a somewhat fairytale/happy ending. Please explain why or why not this is a good ending to the story. Use examples from the book to assist you in completing your answer as to whether or not Zits has come full circle in his quest. Be sure to discuss what that quest is, as well.

3.) The themes of betrayal and trust, or lack of, were evident throughout the story. Pick two examples during Zits’ time travel and explain how they played an integral role in the formation of who Zits became at the end of the story.

4.) Throughout the novel, Zits seems to be on a search for justice. Beginning with the bank incident, does he seek justice or does he look for revenge? How do his time-travels play into his decisions? Choose two time travels to assist with your explanation of how Zits come to his decision about justice and/or revenge. Explain thoroughly.

5.) In an interview on NPR's Talk of the Nation (April 11, 2007) Alexie said, "...the violence goes on and on and on. Both sides committing incredible acts of pain and suffering. And it never ends." How does Alexie explore the cycle of violence in //Flight//?

What to Expect on the Exam: The exam will span 2 days, and you will answer 2 quest﻿ions each day. You should plan to spend 25 minutes on each question. You will be allowed to use your book and notes (handouts from presentations - you can write extra information on these if you like) on Day 1, but not on Day 2.

YOU MUST BRING A BLUE BOOK WITH YOU TO CLASS FOR THE EXAM. YOU SHOULD HAVE AN EXTRA ONE WITH YOU JUST IN CASE YOU FILL ONE OVER THE COURSE OF BOTH DAYS.

Flight Collaborative Assignment Groups:

Chapters 1-3 Kebroon Brian Victor

Chapters 4-6 Pia Rebecca Sarah Stephanie

Chapters 7-9 Naramin Catoria Keira

Chapters 10-12 Navya Taylor Catherine

Chapters 13-15 Abiye Andrew Emily

Chapters 16-18 Tashika Karan Jessica

Chapters 19-21 Desarea Seth Diego