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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. How does her parents' broken marriage change the relationship Bridget has with them?
2. April opens with Bridget wishing she had ____________.
3. Bridget resolves not to become annoyed with "Mum, Una Alconbury or Perpetua." What does this resolution foreshadow about Bridget's relationships with these women?
4. Which activity is NOT a part of Daniel's Sunday ritual?
5. What reason does Bridget's mum give for being mean to her husband?
Short Essay Questions
1. According to Bridget, what is "inner poise" and how can she achieve it?
2. As Bridget's mum is interviewing Bridget for "Suddenly Single" Daniel walks out of Bridget's bedroom, surprising them all. Daniel's words and behaviors are friendly. However, how might Daniel's behavior be seen as disrespectful toward Bridget and her mum?
3. How are the items on Bridget's "I Will" list similar to the items on her "I Will Not" list?
4. In June, the reader becomes more familiar with Daniel. Describe his character.
5. Explain why Bridget is anxious to leave Harry's birthday party in March.
6. Does the reality of Bridget's relationship with Daniel match her expectations of that relationship?
7. What problems do Bridget's New Year's resolutions address?
8. Why is it ironic that Bridget's mum is enthusiastically hosting a television show titled "Suddenly Single"?
9. Review both of Bridget's New Year's resolution lists. What themes emerge from them?
10. In May, Bridget reflects that relationships are complicated. What lessons should she learn from the problems in her friends' relationships?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 2
As Bridget and Daniel become more involved in June, the reader begins to understand more of what Bridget expects in a relationship. Describe what Bridget's perfect relationship might look like. Remember to include evidence from the text to back up your thoughts. Is Bridget's 'perfect relationship' realistic?
Essay Topic 3
By the end of September, Bridget has worked for two different bosses, Daniel Cleaver and Richard Finch. Compare and contrast these two men in how they conduct themselves as bosses, men, and their treatment of Bridget.
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