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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. In what industry does Irv work?

2. Who does Frank call in lieu of making business phone calls?

3. Who is the young woman that Frank meets at the answer to #126?

4. What transportation arrangements have Ann made to transport Paul?

5. What does Irv tell Frank that Frank represents in his life?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Ann tell Frank about what Paul had done to Charley yesterday?

2. Explain Frank's frustrations with the Markhams.

3. How does Frank escape the pain of Paul's accident--at least in his head?

4. What is the scenario between Frank and Paul as Paul is being wheeled out to the helicopter?

5. In what way do Frank and Paul finally begin to connect at the hotel?

6. How does Frank respond when Charley makes an attempt to be friends?

7. How do Frank and Ann bond momentarily over Paul's injury?

8. What is Frank's conflicted position regarding getting back together with Ann?

9. What does Frank learn about Paul's condition at the hospital?

10. Describe the breakfast experience between Frank and Paul.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Compare and contrast Frank with Charley O'Dell. What good characteristics does each man have? What are their negative qualities? What does Ann love about each of them?

Essay Topic 3

Every marriage that is represented or noted in the book is a fragmented one. Do you think the author is trying to make a statement about married life in America? Explain.

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