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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. During Bridget's job interview at Good Afternoon!, she says something very funny. What happens as a result?

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

3. Which word best describes Bridget's attempt to talk to Mark after her mother's comments?

4. How many boyfriends does Bridget count in the last year?

5. How long has she been with Mark when she writes her tally list in the January - December chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. After everything that Bridget's mum has put her through, why does Bridget turn to her for support after she dumps Daniel in August?

2. If Daniel had never cheated on Bridget, would they have made a successful couple?

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

4. 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?

5. August is a month of multiple crises for Bridget. What positive things happen to Bridget that might help her achieve some of the things on her list of New Year's resolutions?

6. Does young Gav mean to be insulting when he calls Bridget's stomach "squishy" during their date in September?

7. How is Daniel's lover, Suki, different than Bridget?

8. How does the Darcys' ruby anniversary party change Bridget and Mark's relationship?

9. What trait allows Bridget to finally have power over the men in her life?

10. Does Bridget need to change to be with Mark?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Defend Mark Darcy as the author's choice for Bridget's perfect boyfriend. How does the reader know what Bridget is looking for in a relationship? What are her expectations? How does the reader know that Mark meets these expectations? Use evidence from Bridget's relationship with Daniel, Bridget's resolutions lists, and Bridget's interactions with Mark to build your case.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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?

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