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

Short Answer Questions

1. Philip visits ___ to discuss Eleanor.

2. Philip plans to get a ____.

3. Who comments about rubbing alcohol?

4. What is the name of the Madame in the house?

5. Josie's musical is described as being ____.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a short story from the point of Eleanor Smith regarding her first meeting with Philip Alsop. How did the pair become friends and eventually lovers? Does the couple have anything in common at all? If so, what? How does Eleanor adjust her professional life in regards to Philip's wishes? How has the life of each character changed since they met?

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

Politics and war are also referred to in the book. Discuss the use of politics in the story. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Ephron incorporate politics and war into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

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