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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. Once Hella returns, what news does David send his father?

2. When David pictures Giovanni's in jail, what brings him to tears?

3. When Giovanni insults him, how does David feel?

4. What affliction does David begin to suffer from, once Giovanni is in prison?

5. What does David lie to Giovanni about?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How does David learn the details of Giovanni's case?

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

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

6. Why does David contemplate suicide?

7. What does Guillaume attempt to do prior to firing Giovanni?

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

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

10. Why is the life in the south of France less than idyllic for David and Hella?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a certain isolation that takes place when Giovanni and David begin seeing each other.

1) How do the two men interact with others after they become involved?

2) How does Giovanni's room contribute to this isolation?

3) How do the men feel about this isolation?

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

As David lost his mother at an early age, his upbringing was less traditional than others. Describe David's family life as a child.

1) How does the loss of his mother affect him?

2) Who raises him?

3) What is his relationship with his father?

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