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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Philip is concerned about his ____.

2. What is the name of the doorman at Eleanor's apartment?

3. Philip visits ___ to discuss Eleanor.

4. Philip finally gets to meet ___.

5. Who tells Rosemary about the affair?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write your own period piece based on at least one of the characters in "A Cup of Tea." Supply complete storyboards. Include character information, plot, synopsis, etc. Explain your inspiration.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Ephron's use of New York City for the setting in the story. Why do you think Ephron chose New York? How accurate do you think the setting is in regards to the real location? What areas are most commonly referenced in the story? What other location might have worked as well, if not better, than New York? What is unique about the setting? What regionalisms are exhibited by Rosemary, Philip and the rest of the characters? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Write a journal from the point of view of Tess in 18 years after she learns the truth about her father and the relationship between her parents. How might she react? Would times have changed abruptly since 1917? Would the news change the way Tess feels toward her mother? Explain.

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