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

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Philip ask his sister for?

2. What does Philip sneak into Anne-Marie's apartment?

3. With whom is the narrator spending time in Chapter 26?

4. What does the narrator find in his apartment that reminds him of Philip?

5. What does Philip do as he and Anne-Marie make love?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses several instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback?

Essay Topic 2

The act of sex takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Philip. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him--if anything--at this point in his life?

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