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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. Even though Joe likes the house, Phyllis is negative about it because of ________________________.

2. Who does Joe admit to Frank that he has called recently?

3. How old is Frank's son?

4. Who is Sally Caldwell?

5. Who is the tenant Frank hopes to collect rent from today?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Frank resent the lower class tourists in the area?

2. What are the circumstances of Karl's ownership of the roadside restaurant?

3. What things must Frank attend to before heading out of town for his trip with Paul?

4. What is Frank's philosophy for buying rental properties?

5. What is Frank's "Existence Period?"

6. How does Frank get into the real estate business?

7. Explain how Frank first meets Karl Bemish?

8. Explain what Frank means by the "realty dreads"?

9. Who is Sally Caldwell and how did Frank meet her?

10. What does Frank do immediately after Ann remarries?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the main character, Frank Bascombe. What are his physical characteristics? What are his behavioral traits? What is revealed about his emotions?

Essay Topic 2

Frank seems like a really likable guy. Why do you think his relationships with women do not last? What do you think Frank really wants from relationships? From his life?

Essay Topic 3

Frank intends to speak to Paul about the Declaration of Independence and Emerson's SELF-RELIANCE during this weekend. Explain what Frank intends to glean from these documents that might be applicable for Paul. Is Frank hiding behind these documents because he truly believes them or because he cannot find his own words?

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