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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Miles been the afternoon prior to the dinner party at Stella's sister's house?

2. What is the name of Miles' analyst?

3. At Stella's sister's house, where do Joel and Stella go to talk?

4. Miles hires an actor with what physical characteristic to spend the afternoon with?

5. How are Stella and Miles dressed when they arrive at Stella's sister's house?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of Miles' double standard that he uses for his wife? Why does he think he should be allowed to have an affair but divorces Stella if she is unfaithful? What does this say about gender stereotypes in the story?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

What is the significance of insecurity in the story? How does insecurity drive the plot? Which characters are the most insecure? What is the story saying about insecurity?

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