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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Herzog describe his emotional type?

2. Why does June dislike Valentine?

3. What did Himmelstein tell Herzog he would have to do if he went to court?

4. What does Ramona mean by "riches of life"?

5. What does his anger make Herzog feel capable of?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Herzog's relationships with women differ. At some points he is a dedicated husband, while at others he has affairs with different women. Is Herzog merely a playboy or is he truly looking for love that he cannot find? Choose a side and cite at least three examples from the text to support the response. Be sure to thoroughly explain how each event/instance supports the thesis.

Essay Topic 2

The house in Ludeyville is an ongoing symbol in the novel. Discuss what the house in Ludeyville represents at the various points it appears in the novel. How does the symbolism of the house change throughout the book? Use specific examples from the text in your response.

Essay Topic 3

A theme in the novel is the idea of redemption. How does the story highlight this idea? How does the story move towards redemption? What do the main characters do to complete the task of attaining redemption? Use specific examples from the text.

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