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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. What is the name of the list of the upper class society?

3. What happened to Olympia's parents?

4. Where is the family going for Christmas vacation?

5. What does Olympia sell to pay off her family's debt?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Olympia call Chauncey after Charlie recommends that she does?

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

3. What makes Olympia such a great woman?

4. Why does Olympia take Frieda shopping?

5. Why does Charlie want to meet Veronica's escort?

6. Describe Virginia's dress for the ball.

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

8. Why is Olympia worried about Charlie?

9. Why is it unusual for Olympia to invite Frieda and Margaret to the ball?

10. What is Virginia's big news?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Debutante balls have changed over the years. Their purpose used to be for girls to find husbands, but now it is more of a fun event. Compare and contrast debutante balls of old and new. How have they changed? Do they serve a purpose anymore? Do you think they will continue to evolve?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Throughout the book, symbolism is an important theme. Discuss the use and meaning of the following symbols: Frieda's tattoo, Veronica's tattoo, the white ball gowns, the black velvet dress.

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