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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Two, what does Rachel say she loves about marriage?
(a) Learning how to make things.
(b) The everydayness of it.
(c) Having someone depend on her.
(d) Learning new things.

2. Who is Lucy Mae Hopkins?
(a) Maid.
(b) Realtor.
(c) Therapist.
(d) Neighbor.

3. What stock did Rachel's parents invest in that made them rich?
(a) Oil.
(b) Pork futures.
(c) Tampax.
(d) Technology.

4. What is Harry wearing when he returns to his apartment in Chapter Three?
(a) Khaki pants.
(b) Bermuda shorts.
(c) Black suit.
(d) Jogging suit.

5. What is the name of the detective who takes Rachel's statement after the mugging at group therapy?
(a) Carney.
(b) Smith.
(c) Nolan.
(d) O'Reilly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Rachel's mother marry that she thought was God?

2. Where does Jonathan visit Rachel in Chapter Three?

3. When Chapter Four begins, what does Rachel do when she wakes up?

4. How many children does Rachel have at the beginning of the novel?

5. In Chapter Four, what does Rachel say she is suffering from?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Detective Nolan question Rachel about being in therapy?

2. Where is Rachel's father, Harry, when Rachel arrives at his apartment?

3. What happens when Rachel discovers Mark's affair?

4. What does Rachel think about Detective Nolan?

5. What does Rachel imagine her mother would say about Mark's affair?

6. Why does Rachel feel a sense of relief when she discovers Mark's affair?

7. Describe Amelia's role in Rachel's life.

8. How does Rachel feel about going back to her therapy group?

9. What kind of details does Jonathan relate to Rachel about Mark and Thelma's relationship?

10. Why is Rachel concerned about having Mark's Aunt Florence on her show?

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