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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. Nat cheers Joel up with a story about a man by what name?

2. How much money does Nat tell Joel he loses recently?

3. In the story Nat tells Joel, why does the Great Lover become angry with the man?

4. Who does Joel ask to help him with the skit at the tea?

5. How does Nat refer to the Great Lover while telling a story?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Joel want the names of Stella's doctor or friends?

2. Why does Joel wish to refrain from drinking at Miles' house?

3. Describe what Beverly Hills looks like as Joel and Stella walk to her house.

4. How does Stella make Joel feel important?

5. Describe the group of actors sitting next to Joel and Nat at lunch.

6. What does Joel say to Stella about people in Hollywood?

7. What is the reason Miles gives for why he does not see Joel at work?

8. How does Nat attempt to make Joel feel better the day after the tea at the Calman house?

9. How does Joel react to the letter he receives from Stella?

10. How does Miles tell Joel he can obtain more information about his problems?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the story's treatment of friendship. Look at Stella's friendship with Eva and Joel's friendship with Nat. How are the friendships alike and how are they different? What is the author saying about friendship?

Essay Topic 2

Explore Joel's love for Stella. Does it seem sincere? What does he love about her? Use examples from the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Cite three instances where motherhood plays a role in the story and explain their significance. What do you think the story is saying about motherhood?

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