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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. Why did Kate's husband go into isolation with their young son?

2. The character of Cole is intended to be __________________.

3. Where does Jones go after leaving the theater?

4. For what has Mr. Appleton requested Jones' company?

5. In what country is the city in #92 located?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Aces Nelson and how does Jones meet him?

2. Why does the author again resort to heavy name dropping in this chapter?

3. Why does Jones mention Florie Rotondo during the low moments at the end of this chapter?

4. What are three of the book's motifs that make an appearance in this chapter?

5. What is Kate McCloud's life history?

6. How is the theme of loneliness exhibited in this chapter?

7. Describe Jones' first encounter with Kate McCloud.

8. How is the theme of fame and fortune exhibited in this chapter?

9. How does the author plant the question of truth versus illusion especially regarding Aces' explanation of Kate's life for Jones?

10. Why does the reader have a feeling of incompleteness while reading this book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author begins the story in the present day and tells the story through a series of flashbacks. Why did he choose to tell his story this way? In what way is a flashback technique more interesting for a reader? In what ways is it more complicated?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of regret. Identify at least two examples about regret in the book. Then explain how each example supports the theme of regret.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Mr. Appleton 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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