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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. Jacques suggests that he, Giovanni, David, and Hella do what?

2. Why is Hella shocked when Guillaume is murdered?

3. What does David avoid telling his father?

4. At Giovanni's behest, who does David plan to ask for money?

5. What surprises David about seeing Hella again?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who do Hella and David run into at a bookstore?

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

4. Why does David stare at the sailor on the street?

5. What does David believe about the murder?

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

7. Even though David promises to move to another country with Giovanni, he secretly believes he will still do what?

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

9. What does Giovanni say will happen to him, if he and David are separated and why?

10. What does David notice about the American men at American Express?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

David chooses to live in Europe, after a brief stint in the army.

1) Where does David choose to live?

2) Describe the environment?

3) What aspects of this environment suit his personality?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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.

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