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

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Frescobaldi's regular accompanist?

2. When Lord Lightning learns that Reggie Phillips met Claude, how does Lord Lightning react?

3. How does Lord Lightning feel when Claude asks to meet him at the Castle Jazz Club?

4. How do Lady's friends feel about Claude when he plays the piano at a party?

5. Who tells Claude to be careful of people like Mr. and Mrs. Powers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does Frank Conroy choose Body and Soul for the title of the novel? 1) Give examples from the book that explain the title. 2) Do you think the title fits the book? Why or why not? 3) If you could give the book a different title, what would it be? Give reasons for your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What distinguishing characteristics of Frank Conroy's writing style would help you to identify other works by him? Would you consider Frank Conroy's style to have individuality? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

How are the author's writing style and point of view connected in Body and Soul? Give examples from the story to support your answer.

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