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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 does Pabblem want to see Sheba in Chapter 15?
2. What does Sheba do immediately after her fight with Barbara over the manuscript?
3. What does Barbara believe is causing Polly's behavior?
4. Where does Steven get the phrase "Foxy Lady" for the portrait he gives to Sheba?
5. Why is Richard angry when Sheba returns from Steven's at the end of Chapter 14?
Short Essay Questions
1. In what way does Barbara believe her relationship to Sheba is similar to a marriage?
2. What advice does Barbara give to Sheba when Sheba is hysterical over being called into Pabblem's office at the beginning of Chapter 15? Why does she give this advice?
3. Why is Barbara so terrified to tell Sheba the truth about her conversation with Bangs, and what does she tell her instead?
4. Describe the dynamic of Barbara and Jennifer's past friendship.
5. Describe the incident at the restaurant on the way home from picking Polly up from Brighton.
6. Why is Barbara so upset with Sheba at the end of Chapter 12 when Sheba leaves to go see Steven?
7. Sheba locks herself in her room for forty-eight hours after finding Barbara's manuscript. Why do you think Sheba feels so betrayed?
8. Why are Sheba's remarks about Richard's feelings towards Barbara so hurtful?
9. What lesson does Sheba relate to Barbara that she learned from her mother about parenting?
10. After Barbara makes plans for Sheba and herself to stay at Sheba's mother's home, Barbara expresses some concern that Sheba may not allow her to travel with her. Barbara, however, tells herself that Sheba 'needs' her. Why does Barbara think Sheba needs her? What does this tell you about Barbara's character?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Chapter 9, Barbara compares her relationship with Sheba to a marriage. In a detailed essay, analyze the reasons why Barbara feels this way. How is their relationship similar to a marriage? In what ways do Sheba and Barbara interact as spouses do?
Essay Topic 2
Analyze and trace the theme of betrayal in "Notes on a Scandal."
Essay Topic 3
What role does love play in "Notes on a Scandal?" Who is motivated by love? Is love the major motivating factor for any of the characters? Why or why not?
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