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

Short Answer Questions

1. Jane intends to tell Rosemary about the ____.

2. Teddy jokingly asks Philip about _____.

3. Eleanor's mother used to say that when one fell in love, _____ was lost.

4. What is the first name of the man that escorts Josie?

5. Mr. Fell describes sending more troops to France and ____.

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

Describe the relationship between Philip and Eleanor. Are they close? Is there anything unusual about their relationship? How might the pregnancy affect the relationship? Why do you think Eleanor refuses to marry Doyle? What might happen to the baby? How might Philip's return affect the way Eleanor plans to raise Tess?

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