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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. What action does Connell take just after his friends erupt with laughter at the suggestion about Marianne?
(a) He curses.
(b) He punches the wall.
(c) He throws up.
(d) He faints.

2. Connell tells Marianne for the first time that he loves her after she confides in him about what subject?
(a) Her political views.
(b) Her medical history.
(c) Her loneliness.
(d) Her family.

3. Which of Connell's friends asks questions about Marianne and her house?
(a) Rob.
(b) Eric.
(c) Alan.
(d) Jack.

4. How many friends is Marianne said to have?
(a) 1.
(b) An endless number.
(c) 0.
(d) 3.

5. What is the name of the teacher who flirts with Connell?
(a) Miss Cleary.
(b) Miss Miller.
(c) Miss Neary.
(d) Miss Mason.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story is told frequently at school about Marianne?

2. Who is Alan?

3. What action does Connell always take whenever Marianne criticizes his friends?

4. What is the nickname of Connell and Marianne's hometown?

5. For what transgression does Marianne draw the wrath of Mr. Kerrigan?

Short Essay Questions

1. What plan had Connell had in place for when he encountered Marianne again and what is its result?

2. Who is Miss Neary?

3. What advice does Marianne give Connell about college?

4. What are the physical differences between Lorraine and Connell?

5. What is the significance of Connell's interpretation of the story circulated about Marianne?

6. Describe the relationship between Marianne and her brother Alan.

7. What event occurs just prior to Marianne's decision to quit high school?

8. What had Connell's sexual experiences been like prior to meeting Marianne?

9. What are the conditions under which Connell tells Marianne that he loves her?

10. What comment does Marianne make about her appearance when she sees Connell for the first time since high school and how does he react?

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