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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. While David is in Europe, what does his father want from him?

2. When the relationship between Hella and David deteriorates, what do they do too often?

3. Who keeps in touch with Giovanni's lawyer?

4. David believes that newspapers exist for a purpose other than what?

5. Giovanni claims all Americans are what?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who can David relate to in line at American Express and why?

2. Why does Hella question David about his relationship with Giovanni?

3. Why is Giovanni's situation so difficult when David leaves?

4. David suggests the garbage in the city goes to where?

5. Why does Giovanni make fun of the idea of David "hurting his feelings"?

6. Why does David contemplate suicide?

7. Why does David complain about Giovanni's room?

8. Where do Hella and David find a house together?

9. In what ways is Giovanni's room isolated?

10. When Hella arrives, what does David do to Giovanni?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Giovanni is jealous of the relationship David shares with Hella. Write an essay discussing the various tactics Giovanni uses in an attempt to encourage David to end the relationship.

Essay Topic 2

Giovanni is an enigmatic character who meets an unfortunate end. Write a brief essay analyzing how Giovanni helped change David.

Essay Topic 3

When Giovanni and David meet, David is hesitant to get involved but his hesitance is short-lived. Examine the series of events that leads up to David's acceptance of his attraction to Giovanni.

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