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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. Bridget's new career changes her. She begins to think more about work and obsesses less about ________________.
(a) Her mother.
(b) Men.
(c) Cars.
(d) Her age.

2. How much weight does she lose over the year?
(a) 72 pounds.
(b) 74 pounds.
(c) 50 pounds.
(d) None.

3. After Bridget tells Daniel that she is quitting, Perpetua does something which surprises Bridget. What is it?
(a) She tells Bridget that she is jealous of her new job.
(b) She quits, too.
(c) She gets upset with Daniel about the way he has treated Bridget.
(d) She packs Bridget's things.

4. How does Bridget justify her lottery ticket spending?
(a) She is supporting worthwhile causes.
(b) She doesn't justify them.
(c) She keeps winning.
(d) She has an addiction.

5. On the way home from the party, Bridget makes a surprise visit at Daniel's, but he tries to avoid letting her into his flat. What does Bridget think is happening?
(a) He is ill.
(b) He does not want to talk to her.
(c) He is cheating on her.
(d) He is working too hard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the 23-year-old that Bridget takes to dinner with the Smug Marrieds?

2. Una calls Mark's date, Natasha, "quite the Little Madam." She means Natasha is ___________.

3. Bridget does not hear from Mark and worries that he has ____________.

4. Which items does Bridget NOT serve at dinner?

5. How long has she been with Mark when she writes her tally list in the January - December chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is significant about Bridget's reaction to Daniel at the end of December?

2. Skim the December chapter. Provide evidence that Bridget's character has grown over the past year.

3. What trait allows Bridget to finally have power over the men in her life?

4. August is a month of multiple crises for Bridget. What positive things happen to Bridget that might help her achieve some of the things on her list of New Year's resolutions?

5. Identify the climax of the book.

6. Explain Julio's crime.

7. What is the purpose of Simon Dalrymple's character at the Darcys' ruby anniversary party?

8. Is Perpetua Bridget's friend?

9. What predictions can be made about Bridget's new year?

10. Describe Mark Darcy's treatment of Bridget at the Tarts and Vicars party in July.

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