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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. How does Desmond perceive Cheri to be now?

2. What is the one thing about Lea's appearance that pleases Cheri?

3. What does Lea rationalize is over for her?

4. What is the name of Desmond's new bar?

5. What does Cheri drink while talking to the Pal?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Cheri's ennui extend to his personal relationships?

2. Why does Desmond grow weary of Cheri's aimless existence?

3. How do Cheri and Lea view each other now?

4. What is the irony of Madame Peloux's understanding that Cheri needs Lea at this point in his life?

5. What does Lea's appearance indicate about her outlook on life now?

6. How do Lea's pearls, once an object of pleasure for Cheri, now repulse him?

7. What does Cheri purchase in order to provide some amusement in his life?

8. How many years have passed since the end of CHERI and the beginning of THE LAST OF CHERI?

9. At this point, how long has it been since Cheri has seen Lea?

10. How does the author use irony at the end of CHERI when Lea tells Cheri to leave?

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

CHERI and THE LAST OF CHERI are classic stories of the search for love. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

What is the nature of Cheri's anguish related to World War I? What impact did the war have on Cheri physically and emotionally?

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