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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Carol fall in love while in Europe?
(a) James Goldstein.
(b) Miller Bradshaw.
(c) Michel Vosberg.
(d) Paul Morgenstern.

2. What does Ann put in a cubbyhole in the Los Angeles apartment?
(a) Stuffed animals.
(b) Books.
(c) A tin jewelry box.
(d) Dolls.

3. How long has it been since Ann has seen her mother?
(a) Three months.
(b) Six months.
(c) Five years.
(d) Ten years.

4. Neither of Carol's parents told Carol about ____________________.
(a) her I.Q.
(b) her dead sister.
(c) the facts of life.
(d) her real mother.

5. Who did Carol eventually marry?
(a) Jimmy.
(b) Edward.
(c) Seth.
(d) Frank.

Short Answer Questions

1. While living in the studio apartment, Adele and Ann get a call to notify them that ______________ has been killed in a traffic accident.

2. How is Adele's house decorated?

3. Carol's group is sent to __________________.

4. Which of the following did Jimmy NOT do to their retirement home?

5. What does Ann receive unexpectedly?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the graciousness of Carol and Jimmy toward Jay Brozek after Benny's death.

2. What is the symbolism of the sparkly red shoes and Ann's hair being cut by a hooligan?

3. What does Ann do to allow her mother to live in a little cottage?

4. How does the episode of the red shoes exhibit Adele's not being fit to parent?

5. Who is Paul Morgenstern and what role does he play in Carol's life?

6. When does Carol realize that Adele is using her and the family?

7. How does Paul die and what decision does Carol make regarding her life going forward?

8. How does Carol show depth of character in her life that Adele could not possibly understand?

9. What is Paul's mission during the war; why does he not complete the mission; and, what are his and Carol's plans for the future?

10. How does Adele still try to manipulate Ann by spending the money inappropriately?

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