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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Joel look to see if Miles is hiding?

2. What is the name of the apartment complex where Stella's sister lives?

3. What color is the tie that Joel wears to dinner at Stella's sister's house?

4. What kind of hat does Joel wear to the theater to meet Stella?

5. What does Stella remind Joel of when she is pacing around telling him about her relationship with Miles?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore the role of Nat in the story. What is his purpose? How does he help the reader to learn more about Joel? How is the story different without him?

Essay Topic 2

Why is Joel's skit an important aspect of the story? What does the skit represent? What does the skit tell the reader about Joel? How does it drive the events of the story?

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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