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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Vinnie watching when she remembers the party she must attend?
(a) Penguins.
(b) Sea lions.
(c) Exotic waterfowl.
(d) Snakes.

2. Where does Roo want to rendezvous with Fred?
(a) Jersey City.
(b) Panama City.
(c) New York City.
(d) Atlantic City.

3. What does Fred find at Rosemary's house in Chapter 10 that brings back intimate memories?
(a) Lingerie.
(b) His sweater.
(c) Nude photographs.
(d) An old pair of shoes.

4. Who takes a taxi from Daphne's party with Vinnie in Chapter 9?
(a) Chuck.
(b) Rosemary.
(c) Fred.
(d) Jimbo.

5. What animal reminds Vinnie of Chuck?
(a) Polar Bear.
(b) Grizzly Bear.
(c) Tiger.
(d) Baboon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Vinnie want Chuck to avoid putting in his pockets?

2. When Vinnie arrives home from Daphne's party at the end of Chapter 9, who calls her?

3. What does Chuck do when Vinnie buys him a new raincoat?

4. What type of ball does Jakie try to pick up?

5. What is Vinnie watching at the London Zoo?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Edwin's interaction with Fred at Rosemary's house in Chapter 11.

2. Why do you think Fido shrinks and waits outside when Vinnie enters her flat at the end of the novel?

3. Why is Fred so bitter at the beginning of Chapter 10?

4. Describe the events that lead up to Vinnie disposing of Chuck's raincoat.

5. Explain the events that take place when Fred gets to Holland Park.

6. What does Vinnie share with Chuck about Zimmern at the beginning of Chapter 7?

7. Why can Vinnie no longer imagine sharing space with anyone?

8. Explain whether or not you believe Mrs. Harris was ever a real person.

9. What does Vinnie fantasize about the polar bears while she is visiting the London Zoo with her cousins?

10. Describe the symbolism Fred takes from the postcard he finds from Roberto Frank.

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