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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 does Jacques offer David, after meeting Giovanni?

2. What event removes Joey from David's life?

3. What significant person scolds David for his drunk driving accident?

4. Why is there traffic after the bar closes?

5. Who owns the bar David and Jacques attend after David is evicted?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Giovanni say in an attempt to sabotage the relationship with Hella?

2. Why is Jacques concerned about Guillaume's love life?

3. Why is David ashamed to be seen with Jacques and Guillaume?

4. Now that David has begun a homosexual relationship, how does he feel about his decision?

5. What lie does David regret telling Giovanni?

6. David decides that he will do what, when Hella returns?

7. What does the landlady review before allowing David to leave his rented apartment?

8. What judgment does Giovanni have for the country of France?

9. What is the state of David's relationship with Hella when he meets Giovanni?

10. What details does David remember about his Aunt Ellen's appearance?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Giovanni is sentenced to death, David is haunted by the notion. Write an essay examining the different ways David attempts to come to terms with Giovanni's sentence and why David metaphorically projects that sentence upon himself.

Essay Topic 2

In Giovanni's Room, dishonesty affects the lives of many people. Analyze how one of the following characters is affected by secrets.

1) Giovanni.

2) Hella.

3) David.

Essay Topic 3

From the beginning, Jacques serves as a catalyst for the relationship with Giovanni. Instead of being grateful, David continues to treat Jacques terribly. Examine the relationship between Jacques and David.

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