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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. Each of the characters is searching for?
2. Stofsky reads some of his poetry which was inspired by _________________________.
3. What is Daniel's last name?
4. Who is the young mother who Paul and Kathryn meet at the party?
5. Stofsky begins to wonder if God could be __________________.
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the scene where Stofsky goes to see Waters in his flat and is picked up by the asylum attendants.
2. Why do the characters at the party revel in the excitement of it?
3. How does the fight between the two men over a woman serve as a metaphor for what may lie ahead for Paul and Kathryn?
4. What do Paul and Kathryn realize about their marriage and their life as they recover from the party the next day?
5. How are psychotherapy and writing compared and which seems to help the characters in the book?
6. What does the conversation regarding infidelity reveal about Paul and Kathryn's marriage?
7. Why are the characters unable to find any clarity or purpose to their lives?
8. What is the real reason for Paul's irritation toward Pasternak, who is sleeping late in Paul's apartment?
9. What is the significance of Paul Hobbes writing a love letter at the beginning of the novel?
10. How does the author show that Kathryn is more mature than Paul?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain Holmes' use of regionalism in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances of regionalism and explain why the author used them where he did.
Essay Topic 2
Create a brief character study of Paul Hobbes. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him during his lifetime?
Essay Topic 3
Holmes is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony. Briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.
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