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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. What truth does Lauren learn about Nick?

2. What embarrasses Lauren at the party?

3. What did Nick's mother do after Nick's father died?

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

5. Where do Nick and Lauren drive to on the weekend?

Short Essay Questions

1. How are Nick and Lauren's feelings at opposite ends of the spectrum after they spend the night together?

2. How does the author use foreshadowing when establishing Tony as a friend for Lauren?

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

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

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

6. How does Lauren view Nick at this point in the story?

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

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

9. Why does Lauren decide to take the job offer at Sinco?

10. How does Lauren meet Nick?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

There are several events of foreshadowing in the play. Define foreshadowing. Cite at least two situations in the story that serve as foreshadowing.

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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