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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Agnes find in the living room?

2. According to Agnes, which of the following does not fall within the responsibility of a woman in a marriage?

3. Who baits Claire to have vodka in her orange juice?

4. What is Agnes demeanor after Julia's accusations?

5. Julia thinks about the dinner as ____________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Tobias and Harry. What are their roles within the group of women? What is the trust factor with the women? What are the reasons the women love each of these men who are so dramatically different?

Essay Topic 2

Alcohol takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

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