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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. How does Rebecca feel when she finds out about Sacha?

2. Do Janice and Martin blame Rebecca for her bad financial advice?

3. What does Luke do when he spots Rebecca getting ready to be on Morning Coffee?

4. Which mode of transportation does Rebecca use to get to work on a regular basis?

5. Which type of alcoholic drink does Martin offer Rebecca?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Rebecca's response to learning that Suze's frames will be in Vogue?

2. Describe Zelda's personality.

3. Why does Rebecca dislike Sacha?

4. Why does Rebecca wake up early the day after submitting her article to The Daily World?

5. Why does Rebecca decide to go on a Octagon shopping spree?

6. Why does Suze finish putting together Rebecca's frames for her side job?

7. Why does Rebecca become very determined right before she goes on Morning Coffee?

8. Why does Rebecca choose to write her article for Daily World?

9. Why does Rebecca change her mind about dating Tarquin?

10. Why does Rebecca feel responsible for Janice and Martin's loss of their windfall money?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Though Rebecca is kind, she is often not honest. In many cases she lies in order to get out of a bad situation. Address the subject of honesty in the book. Why does Rebecca repeatedly lie to Derek Smeath and other characters? What fears keep her from telling the truth? In which parts of the story do her fallacies come back on her? Would her life be easier if she just told the truth? Provide examples from the novel to support your argument.

Essay Topic 2

Rebecca is a bright, bubbly woman with loads of potential. At times, however, she can act very immature for her age. Explore Rebecca's naivety. In which situations is her naivety used to her advantage? In which situations is it a hindrance? Which characters in Confessions of a Shopaholic are aware of her cowardice? Do these characters ever confront her about her actions? Use examples from the novel to make the point.

Essay Topic 3

Rebecca by nature is very materialistic. However, she is not the only one. Various other characters in the story value their material possessions as well. Write an essay that explores the topic of materialism within the context of the story. Which characters are the most materialistic? Which are the least? Does Rebecca ever think of herself as being materialistic? How do her shopping habits impact those around her? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.

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