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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 do Mark and David have in common?
(a) They are from the same hometown.
(b) They went to the same college.
(c) They are the same age.
(d) They both dabble in photography.

2. What does Norah's sister suggest she do to help her cope with losing a child at birth?
(a) Visit a psychiatrist.
(b) Write about her experience.
(c) Hold a memorial service.
(d) Take a trip.

3. What does David get Norah for their anniversary?
(a) A brooch.
(b) A necklace.
(c) A ring.
(d) A bracelet.

4. How does Caroline describe the place she was told to leave the disabled child?
(a) Quiet.
(b) Dusty.
(c) All of these.
(d) In disrepair.

5. Why does David know so much about heart conditions?
(a) He is worried Norah may have a problem.
(b) He is a doctor.
(c) His sister died of one.
(d) His father taught him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does David see when he thinks of Phoebe?

2. What is the name of Norah's sister?

3. Where does Norah frequently visit after the memorial service?

4. How long have David and Norah been married at the beginning of the book?

5. What does David scold Paul for while he is working with his photos?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Norah regret buying the camera for David?

2. What does Norah do to calm her nerves while Paul is in school?

3. What is David trying to do with his photos of Norah on the beach?

4. What happens when David comes to visit Caroline at her apartment?

5. Why is Caroline so surprised when she sees a notice for Phoebe's memorial service?

6. When does Caroline realize that she has to keep Phoebe?

7. What interrupts the party Norah planned?

8. When did Caroline gain a special bond with David?

9. What does David think about while looking at a geode?

10. How does Caroline feel about her parents?

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