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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. What is notable about this book?
2. Jones enters into a relationship with Boatwright which is part sexual and part _____________.
3. Why does Jones say it would be pointless to climb out the window?
4. Who was Capote's longtime companion?
5. Jones says his portrait on his book jacket portrays him as ________________.
Short Essay Questions
1. Who does the editor feel is the real person disguised as P.B. Jones?
2. Which real person is thinly disguised in the character of Mr. Wallace?
3. Who is Florie Rotondo?
4. Why does the crystal paperweight remind Jones of Kate McCloud?
5. How did Jones get the money to get to New York and how does he describe his first year in that city?
6. Why did Capote's friends disown him after the publication of this book?
7. What is the significance of the crystal paperweight given to Jones by Colette?
8. Who are some of the famous people who Jones meets at Boatwright's parties?
9. Who is Turner Boatwright and what is his relationship with Jones?
10. Which author and book do Jones and Hamilton discuss related to Jones' writing?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Capote uses beautifully descriptive language in the book to help his readers see his world from his perspective. Without referring to the book, describe New York City using only your recall of Capote's descriptions. How do you visualize the city of New York City now that you have read Capote's ANSWERED PRAYERS?
Essay Topic 2
Describe the setting at the beginning of the novel. Does the author paint a complete picture for the reader? What, if anything, is missing?
Essay Topic 3
Create a brief character study of Mr. Wallace. 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 at this point in time?
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