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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. What is the author trying to say about body image and self-esteem?
(a) Most people think thin looks healthy.
(b) That thin does not mean happiness.
(c) Skinny women like themselves better.
(d) Every woman looks better thinner.

2. How is the dinner party at Magda's similar to the Turkey Curry Buffet?
(a) Bridget's single status is once again the main topic of conversation.
(b) There is turkey.
(c) Magda and Jeremy have invited Bridget's parents.
(d) Mark Darcy is at both parties.

3. What does the February chapter foreshadow about Bridget and Daniel's relationship?
(a) Daniel will want a commitment from Bridget.
(b) Bridget will not take their relationship very seriously.
(c) Daniel will not take their relationship very seriously.
(d) Bridget will get bored with Daniel.

4. Bridget's ruined vacation with Daniel is symbolic of what?
(a) The tourist industry in England.
(b) A fairy tale.
(c) The beginning of their future together.
(d) The end of her fantasy about their relationship.

5. What does Bridget's birthday show the reader about her friends?
(a) They don't like her cooking.
(b) They don't want to hang out at her flat.
(c) She doesn't have enough friends for a party.
(d) They know her well and do not judge her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are Magda and Jeremy?

2. Which of Bridget's New Year's resolutions is broken by the end of the January chapter?

3. April opens with Bridget wishing she had ____________.

4. Bridget resolves to become a more physically healthy person. Which of the following does she decide to stop doing?

5. Perpetua and Mark's friend, Natasha, try to make Bridget look silly in front of Mark. How does their mockery of Bridget advance the relationship between Bridget and Mark?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe how Bridget's "I Will" list may help her improve her life.

2. What can the reader infer about Bridget's relationships with men by looking at her New Year's resolutions?

3. In June, the reader becomes more familiar with Daniel. Describe his character.

4. In February, Bridget learns that her parents are having marital problems. How does she feel about this?

5. Thanks to Rebecca, what new thing does Bridget begin to obsess over in June?

6. Describe the changes in Bridget's relationship with Daniel that take place in May.

7. Why does Magda encourage Bridget to enjoy being single when they see each other in May?

8. Explain why Bridget is anxious to leave Harry's birthday party in March.

9. In March, how does Daniel's behavior toward Bridget foreshadow their future together?

10. Describe what is happening between Bridget's parents in February.

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