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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 Bridget's mum behave once she returns?
2. Bridget is certain that losing weight, having no cellulite, cutting out alcohol and _____________________ will fix her life.
3. How much weight does she lose over the year?
4. 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?
5. Bridget is also excited because this will be a good opportunity for Daniel to meet ____________.
Short Essay Questions
1. 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?
2. What things happen in September that draw attention to Bridget's age?
3. Is Bridget's preparation for her August job interview uncharacteristic of the Bridget presented so far in the book?
4. Describe Mark Darcy's treatment of Bridget at the Tarts and Vicars party in July.
5. In November, Bridget gets an unusual phone call from her mum. What is suspicious about Bridget's mum's behavior when she calls?
6. Which of the following is the reason for Bridget's successful year: Self-improvement or self-acceptance?
7. How is Daniel's lover, Suki, different than Bridget?
8. Mark does not tell Bridget the reason for his dislike of Daniel until the night of his parents' ruby anniversary party. What does Mark's decision to wait until after Daniel and Bridget break up say about Mark's level of respect for Bridget?
9. At the Darcys' ruby anniversary party, Bridget tries to talk to Mark, but he is busy trying to arrange dinner seating. Does Mark intentionally seat Bridget between the gay vicar and Geoffrey Alconbury instead of by his "dishy friends" as Bridget hopes?
10. Explain Julio's crime.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Bridget will be happiest with a man who accepts her as she is; someone who has the ability to appreciate her flaws, her insecurities, and her eccentricities. Ideally, she needs a person who will see who she is on the inside.
Explain why Mark Darcy might be looking for this same kind of acceptance.
Essay Topic 2
How do Perpetua and Natasha treat Bridget at the book-release party? How does Bridget handle the situation? What is the goal of their behavior? How does their treatment of Bridget provide Mark Darcy with an opportunity to connect with Bridget?
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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