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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 does Rebecca think of Tarquin and Fenella?
2. Where do Rebecca and her flatmate live?
3. How does Rebecca feel when she learns that the bank called for her?
4. Where does Rebecca work?
5. Whom does Rebecca take financial advice from?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why does Tarquin like Rebecca?
2. Describe what Rebecca does for a living.
3. How does Rebecca feel about her occupation?
4. Why does Rebecca become jealous of Elly?
5. Why does Rebecca choose to make a curry dish?
6. Why does Rebecca attempt to follow the teachings of David E. Barton?
7. What is Rebecca's opinion of Tarquin?
8. Why does Rebecca suspect Clare Edwards of having an affair?
9. Why does Suze never have to worry about money?
10. Describe Rebecca's parents.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Rebecca's mum and dad are important figures in Confessions of a Shopaholic. They are the ones who care and support Rebecca when she needs it the most. In their eyes, she can do no wrong. Explore the bonds of the Bloomwood family. What kind of special relationship does Rebecca share with her mum? How are they alike? What interests do Rebecca and her father share? In what way are both her parents traditional? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.
Essay Topic 2
Friendship is important to the characters of Confessions of a Shopaholic. Suze, in particular, is a great friend to Rebecca, especially in her times of need. Explore the idea of friendship within the context of the story. Why is friendship important to Suze and Rebecca? Why do the two girls get along so well? What do they have in common with each other? How are they different? At what points in the story is their friendship strained? Be sure to provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 3
Janice and Martin are two of the most loyal characters in Confessions of a Shopaholic. They represent a special way of thinking about the world. It is because of them that Rebecca is able to become a success outside of her current profession. Explore the depths of loyalty within the context of these two characters. How do Janice and Martin help Rebecca throughout the course of the plot? Do they ever expect something in return for their loyalty? Would the plot of the story be the same without them? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.
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