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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. How does David describe Giovanni's lips?

2. What time does the bar close, the night David meets Giovanni?

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

4. Who refuses to help Giovanni when he needs it?

5. What happens to David as a result of his car accident?

Short Essay Questions

1. Where is David's girlfriend when he meets Giovanni for the first time?

2. As David's love grows for Giovanni, what surprising emotion grows as well?

3. What lie does David regret telling Giovanni?

4. Why does David want to continue dating Hella, even though he is in love with Giovanni?

5. What does Jacques think of Giovanni, upon first meeting him?

6. Why is David reluctant to reveal his attraction to Giovanni?

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

8. What is Giovanni's opinion of the physical relationship he shared with Guillaume?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Upon Hella's return, David attempts to forget his experience with Giovanni in favor of a relationship with her. Write an essay examining David's motivation to share a relationship with Hella.

Essay Topic 2

David has a confusing relationship with Hella. Although he believes he feels love for her, he knows the relationship has no future. Analyze the various obstacles David and Hella would have to overcome in order to share an intimate, loving relationship.

Essay Topic 3

Paris serves as a vibrant backdrop in the story. Write an essay describing the city of Paris and how it adds to the story.

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