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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. When Annabel leaves, which direction are the baby sitter and Ben heading in?

2. How many people does Annabel ask Boris to cook for?

3. Why does Boris say he is the only one in his household that can cook?

4. Why does Annabel call Ben a "chauvinist pig" in Chapter 8?

5. What is Mr. Dilk doing when Annabel walks into his office?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Boris feel about Ellen when Annabel is in her body?

2. How does Mrs. Schmauss feel about Annabel, and why does she feel that way?

3. What are some of the negative qualities of Mrs. Schmauss?

4. Who is Madame Murphy and how does Annabel feel about her?

5. Describe in detail Annabel and Ben's "pick-up lunch" in Chapter 7.

6. How does Boris feel about having to cook all the time at his house? Elaborate.

7. How does Ben feel about Annabel, and why does he feel that way?

8. How does Ben feel about Boris and why does he feel that way?

9. How does Annabel feel about the way adults dress?

10. Who is Annabel's gym coach and what does he say about her athletic abilities?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As Annabel starts the laundry, Boris Harris turns up at the apartment door. In this way the two characters begin an interaction that is important to their relationship throughout the rest of the book. Write an essay that traces the relationship between Annabel and Boris as it develops and changes throughout the novel. How does their interaction and the growth in their relationship reveal characterization, theme or other literary element? Provide concrete examples to back up your assertions.

Essay Topic 2

The end of Chapter 4 revolves around Annabel and Bill's continued conversation about money, Annabel, his shirts, and his departure for work. Write an essay that analyzes the father, daughter and mother relationship.

Part 1. Provide an analysis of the camp situation. Why do the characters involved respond in the ways they do and what does that contribute to the story?

Part 2. Provide an analysis of the discussion of Mrs. Schmauss and his shirts. Why do the characters respond in the ways that they do and what does that contribute to the story? Include specific examples to make your points.

Essay Topic 3

At one point in the novel, the children are in school and Annabel is alone. She wonders for the first time where her mother is. Write an essay that explains and explores Annabel's ideas and feelings as to where her mother might be. Where does Annabel think her mother has gone? What possibilities does Annabel explore for her mother's whereabouts? How does Annabel feel about the notions she comes up with, and why? What does this say about Annabel and her insight into her mother?

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