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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In whose care did Nick's mother leave Nick?

2. Which of the following does Lauren NOT recall about the Whitworth family.

3. What does Lauren do as she drives to Sinco?

4. Who is one of the men who assists Lauren when she falls?

5. What advice does Jim give Lauren about Nick?

Short Essay Questions

1. When does Nick begin to try to seduce Lauren?

2. What is the premise of DOUBLE STANDARDS?

3. How do Lauren's actions show her core character?

4. What are Nick's intentions for inviting Lauren to go with him to a party at Harbor Springs on the weekend?

5. What does Lauren recall about the Whitworths as she drives to their home for dinner?

6. What is revealed about Philip Whitworth's character so far?

7. What does Lauren finally realize about Nick and his treatment of her?

8. How can Lauren be ignorant about Nick's real position after seeing his home?

9. How does Nick react to Lauren's virginity?

10. How does Lauren meet Nick?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain McNaught's use of humor in the story. Cite examples of at least two different instances of humor and explain why the author used them where she did.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the book's title. What did the author mean by calling the book DOUBLE STANDARDS? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the symbolism of the earrings that Nick gives to Lauren. What do they signify? What role does do they play in the drama? Why did the author choose this item?

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