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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 9: "January," what does the sugar glider symbolize?
(a) Independence and freedom.
(b) Innocence and vulnerability.
(c) Ambition and career growth.
(d) Wealth and success.

2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," why does Cleo think Quentin was right about her?
(a) She is too ambitious.
(b) She is too kind.
(c) She is too wealthy.
(d) She is not like those kind of people.

3. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does Cleo feel about the simplicity of their hotel room?
(a) She enjoys it and finds it cozy.
(b) She thinks it is too luxurious for her taste.
(c) She wishes they had a room with a better view.
(d) She finds it boring and uncomfortable.

4. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does Cleo's experience at the bar symbolize her quest for freedom?
(a) She writes in her diary.
(b) She indulges in risky behavior.
(c) She makes a phone call to her parents.
(d) She confronts Frank about their relationship.

5. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does Santiago feel about his role in his relationships?
(a) He sees himself as a sympathetic listener without an opinion.
(b) He is confident and assertive in his interactions.
(c) He believes he is the dominant one in his relationships.
(d) He considers himself the initiator of conflicts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What emotion does Anders experience as he contemplates the art in the gallery?

2. In Chapter 7: "Late September," why does tension arise between Cleo and Frank in the chapter's opening scene?

3. In Chapter 10: "February," what is the title of the website creator, Elijah's, cult-followed website?

4. In Chapter 9: "January," what does Cleo create for the protest?

5. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what does the reunion between Cleo and Frank signify in the chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 13: "Late March," what does the incident with the tapered candle during their argument symbolize in terms of Frank and Cleo's relationship, and how does it relate to the broader themes of the novel?

2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does Cleo's impulsive purchase of gardening supplies reflect her emotional state?

3. In Chapter 9: "January," examine the role of the sugar glider in the chapter. How does its fate serve as a metaphor for the challenges in Frank and Cleo's relationship?

4. In Chapter 8: "October," how does Cleo's new outfit symbolize her personal growth and transformation?

5. In Chapter 7: "Late September," in what ways does the dark and ominous walk back to the hotel symbolize Cleo's internal conflict and her fear of the unknown?

6. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does the revelation of Cleo's self-harm affect the dynamics between the characters, and what does it suggest about the impact of past actions on the present?

7. In Chapter 12: "Still March," what role does Santiago's walk with Thor play in illustrating the contrast between his inner conflict and his external surroundings?

8. In Chapter 8: "October," in what way does the dance to Cleo's favorite song at the office holiday party reflect her state of mind and emotional journey?

9. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what is the significance of the blue orchid?

10. In Chapter 9: "January," analyze the significance of Cleo's involvement in the art school tuition protest. How does her commitment to activism reflect her character and values?

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