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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. One day Cheri takes a walk and finds himself at _______________.

2. Where do Cheri and Edmee live while their home is being built?

3. How old is Lili, the aging courtesan?

4. Who essentially raised Cheri?

5. What does Cheri notice one night while walking near Lea's house?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What appointment does Lea remind Cheri that he must keep?

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

4. What could be another reason that Lea is so repulsed by Lili and her young companion?

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

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

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

8. Why is Cheri so unwilling to return to his home?

9. What is the premise for CHERI and THE LAST OF CHERI?

10. What does Lea recall about summers spent with Cheri?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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

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