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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. As they walk around the school, what does Ben say he wants?

2. What does Melanie ask Annie to bring to their next session together?

3. Who does Dr. Blumenfeld tell Annie needs to call Melanie about a group session?

4. Why does Annie resent her last visit with Rachael?

5. What does Annie make Ben do before she will see him?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Annie's father die?

2. What surprises Annie about Ben's recent behavior?

3. What painful situation does Rachel remind Annie of during one of their sessions?

4. Describe Ben's reaction when he first sees Annie after their separation.

5. How does Ben finally get to see inside one of the residential cottages?

6. Why has Annie forgotten the terrible things that her mother did to her?

7. What kind of fee does Dr. Blumenfeld set up for Annie?

8. What happens during the session where Melanie meets with Annie for the last time?

9. Why does Blumenfeld believe that Melanie never really changed as a therapist, despite Annie's opinion that she did change?

10. What happens that causes Annie to have to talk about the items in the box?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Prepare a character sketch for Telesporus. Be sure to include aspects such as 1. physical appearance, 2. his role as one of Annie's personalities, 3. his role in the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Prepare a character sketch for Blumenfeld. Be sure to include aspects such as 1. physical appearance, 2. technique in working with Annie, 3. Blumenfeld's role in the novel, 4. who Blumenfeld represents in the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Shining is a term that can be used to describe a means of nonverbal communication between two people. With this definition in mind, do you believe that Annie and Ben had this sort of relationship? Why or why not? Defend your answer with examples from the book.

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