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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. Which sports does Charlie play in college?

2. Why is Frieda excited to go to the ball?

3. How is Freida related to the twins?

4. How many other debutante balls has Jeff been to besides the upcoming event?

5. What happened to Olympia's parents?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the reasons that Veronica finally agrees to go to the ball?

2. What is Virginia's big news?

3. How is Felicia different than Olympia?

4. What are some things that the family does in Paris?

5. What is special about the family's Thanksgiving day meal?

6. Why is Veronica mad at Chauncey at the end of Chapter 2?

7. What makes Olympia such a great woman?

8. How does Chauncey feel about the invitation to The Arches?

9. How do Olympia's and Harry's backgrounds differ?

10. What does Chauncey threaten to do if Veronica refuses to attend the ball?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Olympia has high expectations for her children, but also shows each of them unconditional love. What makes Olympia a good parent? What makes her a good wife?

Essay Topic 2

Frieda is a Holocaust survivor who has gone through counseling and support to help her move on with her life. Is it possible to put such a tragic event behind you? Does Frieda seem to be happy or is she distressed about her past? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Olympia values family above anything. How does she show her love of her family throughout the book, even when times are rough or she is frustrated with her family?

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