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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. While home for winter break, Margot jokingly tells her family that she and Robert are going to take what action?

2. When Margot says that she is not sulking, what other explanation does she give?

3. In what area of town is Margot's workplace located?

4. The "speakeasy type of place" has no what "announcing its presence" (82)?

5. Who chooses the movie Margot and Robert see at the multiplex?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the protagonist of the story "Cat Person."

2. Margot feels what type of emotion on her walk back from 7-11 to her dorm?

3. What type of clothing does Robert wear when he meets Margot at the 7-11?

4. The second time Margot sees Robert, what backhanded compliment does he give her?

5. How many pets does Robert have and how does Margot know this information?

6. How does Robert respond when Margot suggests a particular bar?

7. What behavior of Robert's takes Margot by surprise when she returns from winter break?

8. What positive and negative qualities does Margot notice about Robert the very first time she sees him?

9. What conclusions does Margot draw about Robert based on their first phase of texting correspondence?

10. What kind of transportation do Margot and Robert use to get to the movie theater?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a critical essay about "Cat Person" while using the critical power theory lens of feminist theory. Use textual evidence to back up your strong, specific claim regarding the story's treatment of gender roles, the objectification of women, female empowerment, issues surrounding sexual consent, misogynistic behaviors or comments, or any other issues related to feminist theory that can be found in the story.

Essay Topic 2

What is the function of Tamara's character within the story? Discuss the characterization methods used by Roupenian in depicting Margot’s roommate Tamara and include in your discussion the reasons why Roupenian portrays Tamara in these particular ways.

Essay Topic 3

Would Roupenian’s story "Cat Person" be classified as a coming-of-age story? Why or why not?

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