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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. What about Cheri is particularly frustrating for Edmee at this point?

2. What does Patron teach Cheri to do?

3. Which of the following does Lea NOT instruct her maid to do after Lea returns home?

4. Cheri visits the Pal's apartment again and this time leaves because ________________.

5. What instructions does Cheri overhear Ernest giving to a porter?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Cheri do during the time he spends at Desmond's?

2. Describe some of the interpersonal dynamics in Madame Peloux's house while Cheri and Edmee live there.

3. What is Cheri's reaction when he sees Edmee wearing a pearl necklace?

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

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

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

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

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

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

10. Who is the Pal and how does Cheri meet her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is much symbolism in this story regarding the pearls. What do the pearls symbolize for Cheri? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Depression takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

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

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