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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Anne-Marie's demeanor while at dinner with Philip and the narrator the next night?

2. Why is Philip annoyed with Anne-Marie when they go swimming?

3. To whom is Philip introduced while in Paris?

4. Which of Anne-Marie's possessions does Philip want her to get rid of?

5. Philip lies in bed in the hotel and contemplates _____________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Anne-Marie. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 3

The narrator and Philip are both important to the premise of the story. Compare and contrast Philip and the narrator. What similarities do they share? How are they different?

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