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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. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why does Anders cry?

2. How does Cleo feel when she spots Cleo, Frank's wife, at the office holiday party?

3. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does Cleo's walk through the town and her reunion with Frank relate to the chapter's central themes?

4. In Chapter 10: "February," how does Elijah react to the painting by Cleo that Anders shows him?

5. In Chapter 9: "January," why does Cleo get upset during the argument with Frank?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 10: "February," in what ways does the discussion between Anders and Christine about their son, Jonah, reflect their evolving relationship and the theme of parenthood in the chapter?

2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does the memory of Cleo's childhood experience with her mother tie into her transformation?

3. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how do Frank and Cleo's emotional struggles and inability to communicate effectively contribute to the escalating tension?

4. 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?

5. In Chapter 8: "October," what does the awkward introduction and mistaken name exchange between Cleo and Frank's wife reveal about Cleo's sense of identity and her relationship with Frank?

6. In Chapter 10: "February," what does Anders' initial terror and later longing for a more open relationship with Cleo reveal about the complexities of his emotions and the consequences of his affair?

7. In Chapter 10: "February," how does the job opportunity in LA symbolize Anders' internal conflict and his considerations for the future, especially in relation to his relationship with Cleo and his son Jonah?

8. 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?

9. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does alcohol serve as a coping mechanism for Frank and what does it reveal about his character and emotional state?

10. In Chapter 8: "October," how does the conversation between Cleo and Frank during their walk in the snow-covered park connect to the themes of Jewish heritage and permanence?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 10: "February," how does the character of Anders symbolize the internal conflict and moral dilemmas faced by individuals when navigating their desires and responsibilities?

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does the chapter reveal the evolving dynamics of the relationships between Santiago, Anders, Cleo, and Frank, and what broader themes about human connection and vulnerability does it explore?

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 4: "Early August," how does the symbolism of the snowstorm and the characters' reactions to it in the chapter reflect their inner struggles, relationships, and emotional states?

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