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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. When Brenda is modeling her bridesmaid dress, what does Harriet say to her?

2. What does Ron ask Neil if he would like to listen to?

3. Where are all the other family members the morning Brenda is making breakfast for Neil?

4. As Ron gets into his reverie, what does Neil do?

5. What is Aunt Gladys doing during this time?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Mrs. Patimkin again use Neil as sort of a servant?

2. What is the situation behind the argument over the diaphragm?

3. What is odd about Neil's and Brenda's love making after she gets the diaphragm?

4. What is the cause of the commotion downstairs as Neil is unpacking in the guest room?

5. What are Aunt Gladys' two main concerns when Neil calls to say his vacation is extended to Labor Day?

6. What is the underlying reason Harriet and Brenda go shopping in New York?

7. What problem does Brenda admit to Neil?

8. What is the result of Neil's prayer in St. Patrick's cathedral?

9. How does Brenda suggest she make an athlete out of Neil?

10. What does Brenda show Neil behind a door in his room he thought was a closet?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How well do you think Roth depicts Mrs. Patimkin? Is she three dimensional in the book? Why is her first name never mentioned?

Essay Topic 2

In GOOD-BYE COLUMBUS the question of the diaphragm had to do with unwanted pregnancies. Today there are additional concerns regarding protection. Write your opinion of how different the attitudes of Neil and Brenda might be today.

Essay Topic 3

Write a paper about how you feel about class consciousness. Express whether you think it still exists today. Be specific with your reasons and give examples.

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