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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. During Bridget's job interview at Good Afternoon!, she says something very funny. What happens as a result?
(a) Her boss buys her a drink.
(b) Her new co-workers like her.
(c) She gets the job.
(d) She does not get the job.

2. Why does Bridget think Daniel cheated on her?
(a) Because she is too needy.
(b) She doesn't think he cheated on her.
(c) Because she is fat.
(d) Because he was bored.

3. Which items does Bridget NOT serve at dinner?
(a) Turkey.
(b) Marmalade.
(c) Omelettes.
(d) Blue soup.

4. What does Bridget decide might make her "combust with shame" at the end of the story?
(a) Christmas memories.
(b) TV reporting.
(c) Diamond patterned sweaters.
(d) Hotels.

5. Mark Darcy's home can only be described as a _____________.
(a) Flat.
(b) Hovel.
(c) Apartment.
(d) Mansion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with Bridget's father when he calls her before the party?

2. What is the name of the television show that Bridget begins working on?

3. Bridget is under pressure to land a huge interview for her boss. Who arranges for her to get an exclusive interview?

4. During dinner, Bridget sits next to a vicar who tells her about a recent miracle. How does Bridget test out the vicar's theory?

5. What does Mark ask Bridget when they are alone at the Ruby Anniversary party?

Short Essay Questions

1. Identify the climax of the book.

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

3. Bridget has obsessed all year about food, weight, and men. Why is it ironic that she decides to impress Mark by hosting an extravagant dinner in November?

4. What things happen in September that draw attention to Bridget's age?

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

6. Describe the personality of Bridget's new boss, Richard Finch.

7. How does the reader know that Mark's girlfriend, Natasha, feels threatened by Bridget?

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

9. September begins with Bridget's mum calling to talk about the Darcys' ruby anniversary party. Why is Bridget's mum so obsessed with the idea of Bridget dating Mark Darcy?

10. How is the subplot involving Bridget's mum and Julio resolved in December?

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