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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. Where is Lauren summoned at work on Monday morning?

2. What is Nick's response when Lauren tells him she wants a relationship?

3. Who calls Nick on Lauren's behalf?

4. What does Lauren bring to work for Jim's birthday?

5. Which of the following does Nick NOT suggest to Lauren while at the party?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened in Nick's relationship with his mother to affect his relationships with other women?

2. What does Laura learn about the relationship between Nick and Jim?

3. What did Nick give Lauren before leaving the condo?

4. What is revealed about Lauren's character by her behavior regarding Nick's advances?

5. How does Lauren prepare herself to encounter Nick at the executive party?

6. What action does Nick have his attorneys take regarding Lauren?

7. How does Jim's display of affection toward Lauren hasten Nick into revealing his feelings for her?

8. How do Nick's advances provide insight into his personality?

9. What threatens to ruin the relationship between Nick and Lauren?

10. What does Lauren do when Nick shows up at her home and attempts to seduce her again?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of loss. Identify at least two themes about loss in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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