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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. What bill does Olympia confront Charlie about?

2. Who says, "work was for the masses"?

3. How long has Olympia been married to her current husband?

4. What does Chauncey threaten to do if either of the girls do not attend the ball?

5. How long has Veronica been dating her escort?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Charlie's thoughts on the ball?

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

3. Why is Olympia worried about Charlie?

4. How does Olympia react to Chauncey's threat?

5. How does Max feel about the ball?

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

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

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

9. Describe Virginia's dress for the ball.

10. Describe Veronica's dress for the ball.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

College is a time of experimentation and growing up, as Veronica, Virginia and Charlie learn all too well. Using examples from the story, explain how each adult child "grew up" or "experimented" while in college.

Essay Topic 2

Olympia tries to make life look easy, but in reality she juggles a marriage, children and a job. While she seems to get by, sometimes added stress and problems arise that throw her out of her routine. In the end, Olympia manages to get everything done and looks amazing doing it. Do you think Olympia portrays a strong, modern woman? Why or why not?

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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