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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. Who is Elly?
2. Why does Rebecca cry after her curry dinner goes disastrously wrong?
3. How much does Rebecca pay in rent each month?
4. What is Suze's opinion of Rebecca?
5. What does M.M.M. stand for?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is Rebecca's opinion of Tarquin?
2. Why does Rebecca become frustrated with her framing side job?
3. How does Rebecca feel about her occupation?
4. Why does Rebecca suspect Clare Edwards of having an affair?
5. Why does Rebecca want to win the lottery?
6. Why does Suze never have to worry about money?
7. Why do Rebecca and Suze get along so well?
8. Why does Rebecca choose to purchase a season pass to the museum?
9. Describe Rebecca Bloomwood's personality.
10. Why does Rebecca choose to make a curry dish?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 2
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.
Essay Topic 3
Flagstaff Life plays an important role in Confessions of a Shopaholic. The company is the main source of conflict within the story. Explain why Flagstaff Life is important to Rebecca's character development. What problem does the company present the protagonist of the story? How does she overcome the issue? Who helps her? Would the plot of Confessions of a Shopaholic be the same without Flagstaff Life? Use examples from the novel to make the point.
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