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

Short Answer Questions

1. The group that goes to the theater plans to attend the nightclub opening of what man?

2. Who says, "Help yourself to a drink"?

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

4. How long is Mile's affair going on?

5. Where is the sweater Stella wears after her sister's party?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explore Joel's immaturity. Cite three instances where his immaturity is prevalent in the story. What significance does each instance play in the story, and what is the overall significance of this character trait?

Essay Topic 2

How is Hollywood treated in the story? What does working and living in Hollywood seem to do to people? How is the story different if it is set somewhere else.

Essay Topic 3

Look at the use of clothes in the story. Cite three instances where clothing is described and explain what you think each outfit symbolizes. Why does the author put so much detail into describing clothing?

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