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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. About what topic does Desmond continually ask Cheri?

2. For how many years has Lea known Madame Peloux?

3. Which of the following does Cheri NOT say to Edmee when he tries to assure her that he loves her?

4. What is Lea's profession?

5. What does Patron teach Cheri to do?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Lea do in order to get any news about Cheri while he is on his honeymoon?

2. How did Lea come to know Cheri?

3. What plan does Lea come up with in order to help rid her memory of Cheri?

4. How do Lea and Cheri differ in terms of their purpose and ways to find fulfillment in their lives?

5. How does Lea behave at the luncheon at Madame Peloux's?

6. What does the author reveal about Cheri's physical and emotional traits?

7. At 49, what is the future of Lea's career as a courtesan?

8. Have Lea's feelings for Cheri abated during her time away?

9. How does Edmee temper her feelings during the time she and Cheri live at Madame Peloux's?

10. How does Cheri learn that Lea is home from her trip?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of love. Identify at least two themes about love in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name

Essay Topic 2

Develop a character study of Edmee. What are her physical traits? What motivates her? What are her personal characteristics?

Essay Topic 3

Develop a character study of Cheri. What are his physical traits? What motivates him? What are his personal characteristics?

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