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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. Why did Alfred Shang refuse to lend Nick money to buy Tyersall Park?

2. Astrid's parents have rejected both Astrid and Alex. What does this symbolize?

3. Oliver introduces Kitty to whom?

4. What surprises Astrid's brother, Alex, about his sister's disappearance?

5. Why are Nick and Ah Ling close?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does Charlie visit in Los Angeles in an effort to find Astrid?

2. How do Astrid's parents react when they find out about Isabel's suicide attempt?

3. What does Colette reveal about Carlton at Scheherazade's party?

4. What happens between Astrid and Michael during Su Yi's funeral?

5. Why is a black pearl placed between Su Yi's teeth after she dies?

6. What was the small amount of money Su Yi had in her personal bank accounts?

7. What does Alfred tell Su Yi's family about her source of income?

8. How does Carlton try to win Scheherazade back?

9. When Kitty receives the newest issue of British Tattle, why is she upset?

10. How does Charlie think Michael got the video of him and Astrid having sex?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of jealousy in the novel. What actions occur in the novel as a result of jealousy? Which characters demonstrate jealousy? What is the underlying motivation for their jealousy?

Essay Topic 2

Su Yi was given a medal by the King of England for her valor during World War II. Why does Su Yi not seem to care about the medal? How does her attitude reveal what she truly values?

Essay Topic 3

The storyline with Rachel's brother, Carlton, and Scheherazade Shang is introduced late in the novel. Why do you think the author included this relationship? How does it fit into the plot of the story?

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