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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. Darcy realizes the dinner party is her first time in _____ years where she is going out without the safety net of being in a relationship.

2. What is "Madeline's" real name?

3. What kind of dogs does Darcy imagine her and Geoffrey having?

4. On the night that Darcy plans to consummate her relationship with Geoffrey, what popular restaurant do they go to?

5. Who gives the last toast at the wedding?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Ethan and Darcy take a cultural tour of London?

2. What is Darcy's reaction to the ultrasound at her doctor's appointment?

3. The two couples have several tense moments during dinner. Why?

4. Why does Darcy turn down Geoffrey's invitation to spend the holidays with his family?

5. What is Darcy's reaction to Ethan's lecture the previous night?

6. What is Ethan's reaction to the news of Darcy and Geoffrey's breakup?

7. What restrictions have the doctors placed on Darcy for the remaining weeks of her pregnancy?

8. When does Darcy realize her feelings for Ethan?

9. Describe Darcy and Geoffrey's relationship.

10. Why does Darcy ask Ethan for a night out with him and to meet his friends?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

SOMETHING BLUE can be considered a love story. Write what you think it means to love someone. Is this the same or different from romantic love or being "in love." What kinds of love are demonstrated in the book?

Essay Topic 2

Darcy and Ethan also exchange "love yous." As Darcy is on bed rest, how is her love for Ethan similar or different from her love for Geoffrey? Who do you think she loves more - is it possible to measure or quantify love? Is it possible to love two men at the same time?

Essay Topic 3

Darcy had two previous indiscretions before cheating with Marcus. One involved just kissing and the other more than that. What do those indiscretions say about Darcy's character or Darcy and Dex's relationship?

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