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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bridget resolves not to become annoyed with "Mum, Una Alconbury or Perpetua." What does this resolution foreshadow about Bridget's relationships with these women?

2. Who does Bridget's mum want her to meet at the Buffet?

3. After Bridget accuses Daniel of giving mixed signals, what does Daniel accuse Bridget of being?

4. As June comes to an end Bridget's fascination with Daniel is beginning to __________________.

5. Which of the following health improvements does Bridget vow to make in the next year?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Does email help or hurt Bridget and Daniel's office flirtations in January?

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

6. Identify the warning signs that Daniel does not want to take a mini-holiday with Bridget in June.

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

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

9. Bridget's friends show up for her birthday dinner party armed with champagne and reservations for a restaurant. What do their gifts say about their friendship?

10. Explain how Bridget's mum convinces her to attend the New Year's Curry Turkey Buffet in January.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Explain the author's decision to include an end-of-the-year tally of Bridget's resolutions. What information is the author trying to get across? Does this help to create closure in the book? Would you know what was going on in Bridget's life without the end-of-the-year tally?

Essay Topic 3

Bridget begins to purchase lottery tickets in March. How might the lottery tickets be symbolic of Bridget's lack of progress on her career and financial goals?

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