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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. Why does Margot get rejected at the "speakeasy type of place" (82) to which Robert takes her?

2. For what reason do students rarely visit the multiplex?

3. How many cats does Robert have?

4. Just before Margot leaves the market to head toward her dorm room, Robert kisses Margot on what part of her body?

5. What type of candy does Margot sell to Robert the first time she meets him?

Short Essay Questions

1. To what kind of movie does Robert take Margot on their first date?

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

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

4. For what reason does Margot want to see the movie at the multiplex, rather than at the art house theater?

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

6. What are Margot's intentions when she comments on Robert's choice of candy?

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

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

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

10. Before five minutes have passed in the car on the way to the multiplex, Margot is feeling what?

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

Trace the characterization arc of Margot’s character throughout the story "Cat Person." Discuss whether Margot is a round or flat character and whether Margot is a static or dynamic character.

Essay Topic 3

How do the themes of deception and secrecy function within "Cat Person" and what is Roupenian’s message regarding these themes?

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