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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. Aside from Lea's appearance, what makes Cheri sink into an even deeper depression about her?

2. Why does Cheri tell Lea he must leave?

3. Which of the characters has achieved true freedom and happiness?

4. How does Cheri feel about Lea's appearance when he visits her?

5. How many years has it been since Cheri has seen Lea?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the encounter in which Cheri once again sees the Pal.

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

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

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

5. How are Cheri and Edmee at odds over Edmee's charity work?

6. Why is Cheri strangely drawn to the pal?

7. How does the author show the emerging roles of women in post-war society?

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

9. How does Madame Peloux try to keep Lea away from Cheri after his six-month stay with Desmond?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the concept of loneliness as it exhibits in the story. Which of the characters are lonely? Are they all lonely in some way? Explain the loneliness and the methods and attempts to overcome it.

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

The role of women is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends through all the female characters. What is the presumed role of women in France in the early twentieth century. What about during the post-war years? How did the role of women change?

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