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

Short Answer Questions

1. For Styron, what is the most devastating loss of physical functions?

2. Why does Styron think of his mother as he listens to the music?

3. Which writer does Styron quote as saying he had "lost the right path"?

4. What does this music make him realize?

5. From Job to Styron's day, he says artists and writers have been trying to do what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Styron's account of his treatment, including his treatment during hospitalization, and its impact on his recovery. Use examples from the book to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Styron's thoughts about human resiliency and social report and provide examples from the book. How important are each of these to an individual's recovery and survival?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the possible meaning Camus had when he talked about man's alienation for other men. What does this perspective mean, given his diagnosis of depression? Would he have seen the world the same way if he had not suffered depression? Do you think Styron agreed with him? Why or why not?

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