3. Mood is the climate of feeling set by the author of a book. After reading Bridget's lists, what mood do you think Helen Fielding is trying to create in this book?

4. Daniel has slept with so many women that he cannot even remember them. What does this tell the reader about him?

5. What does Bridget believe is the difference between being single in her 20s and being single in her 30s?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What reason might Bridget have for not looking for a new job in April?

3. Does the reality of Bridget's relationship with Daniel match her expectations of that relationship?

4. Explain what Bridget finds attractive about her boss, Daniel Cleaver.

5. What problems do Bridget's New Year's resolutions address?

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

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

8. How does Bridget feel when she is questioned about her relationship status at the Turkey Curry Buffet?

9. Why might the author create conflict in Magda and Jeremy's marriage?

10. What is the conversation like between Bridget and Mark Darcy at the Turkey Curry Buffet?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Daniel Cleaver stood Bridget up on a number of occasions. Mark Darcy stands Bridget up on their first date.

Compare and contrast Bridget's reaction to being stood up by Daniel to her reaction to being stood up by Mark. What do her reactions say about her self-esteem at the time of each incident?

Essay Topic 2

When Bridget begins working for "Good Afternoon!" she tries hard to perform to the best of her abilities. However, her achievements at work seem to make her the outsider. Bridget feels disliked by her coworkers both because of her age and because of her dedication.

1) Why does Bridget's dedication and success create harsh feelings toward her with her coworkers?

2) Why does age effect the way Bridget's coworkers view her?

3) Explain how Bridget overcomes these differences with her coworkers.

Essay Topic 3

At the beginning of "Bridget Jones's Diary," Bridget compiles two lists of New Year's resolutions. The lists represent things Bridget will and will not do in the upcoming year. The author uses the lists as a device to introduce literary elements to the reader in an interesting way.

How are each of the following elements introduced in Bridget's list? Remember to provide examples in your answers.

1) Genre.

2) Mood.

3) Point of view.

4) Character.

5) Theme(s).

(see the answer keys)

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