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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 11: "Early March," what does Cleo want to tell Frank about?
2. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what childhood memory does Cleo recall during her transformation
3. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does Santiago feel about the homeless population in Venice?
4. What news does Frank share with Cleo after winning the Kapow! account?
5. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does Cleo feel as the taxi pulls away?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does the hotel balcony jump undertaken by Frank reflect his character's desire for thrill and unpredictability?
2. 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?
3. 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?
4. 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?
5. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does Cleo's impulsive purchase of gardening supplies reflect her emotional state?
6. In Chapter 9: "January," explore the theme of ambition and success in the chapter. How does Frank's career achievement impact his relationship with Cleo and his personal identity?
7. 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?
8. In Chapter 9: "January," discuss the changing dynamics of Frank and Cleo's relationship in this chapter. How does the argument and reconciliation highlight their individual struggles and the complexities of their love?
9. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what is the significance of the blue orchid?
10. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does the reunion between Cleo and Frank represent a turning point in the chapter's narrative, and what does it signify for their relationship?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Chapter 8: "October," how does the symbolism of the snow-covered park in the final scene of the chapter connect to the themes of renewal and transformation in Cleo's life?
Essay Topic 2
In Chapter 17: "January," how does the concept of "stillness" (362) and its contrast with "tap dancing" (362) serve as a central theme in the chapter, reflecting the characters' personal growth and evolving relationships in the novel?
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 17: "January," how does the symbolism of the starlings reflect the themes of unpredictability and the complexity of relationships in the novel?
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