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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 33, who does Joan dream is dressed in a navy blue suit and crying behind locked glass doors?
(a) Fraser Buchanan.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Mr. Vitroni.
(d) Mr. Vitroni's father.

2. What is the title of Joan's romance novel?
(a) The Felicia Chronicles.
(b) Love in the Maze.
(c) Stalked by Love.
(d) Amazing Terrors.

3. What does Arthur do to the police officer?
(a) Spits on him.
(b) Taunts him.
(c) Argues with him.
(d) Punches him.

4. What does the landlord offer Joan when she tells him she doesn't want the stranger arrested?
(a) A stronger lock for her door.
(b) A ride to town.
(c) Helpful advice.
(d) A home away from town that she can rent.

5. Who does Joan ask to help with her plan to get away?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Paul.
(c) Chuck Brewer.
(d) Sam and Marlene.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can't Joan drive her car?

2. What does Joan hide in Royal Porcupine's basement?

3. When Joan decides not to run away from Terremoto and returns to her flat, what does she decide she must do as she crouches behind the door?

4. What does Joan realize her character Charlotte must do in her romance novel?

5. What name does Joan use to purchase a ticket to Rome?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Royal Porcupine believe his art exhibit is important?

2. At the end of Chapter 28, why does Joan feel she has to "get away, as quickly as possible?"

3. Why do you think Joan likes leading a dual life between Arthur and Royal Porcupine?

4. What does the reappearance of The Fat Lady in Chapter 27 suggest about how Joan perceives herself?

5. Why does the presence of the strange man who talks with her landlord spur Joan to action?

6. Why is it important that Joan decides to stay and defend herself rather than run?

7. How does Joan's affair with Royal Porcupine affect her stability?

8. What are Paul's intentions towards Joan?

9. What is Joan's reaction when she sees Royal Porcupine turned into Chuck Brewer?

10. Explain Arthur's response to the publication of Lady Oracle.

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