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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. Why does Jack leave his date with Della?

2. What is Della's job?

3. Who is Lorraine?

4. Why does Delia want to meet Jack?

5. What happens when Jack sees Della in the street the day after they meet?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Della upset when she sees Jack the day after Thanksgiving?

2. Who is Lorraine?

3. What is Bellafointaine?

4. What does Della try to give Jack when she meets him on a bench?

5. What book does Jack leave on Della's doorstep?

6. What does Jack's father do?

7. What does Jack borrow from Della?

8. Where does Jack meet Della in the middle of the night?

9. Who is Jack in love with?

10. Why is Della concerned about her job when she meets Jack one night?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Jack's understanding of himself and his self-worth. What does Jack make of himself? Why? What kind of life does he aspire to? Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay in which you explore the themes of isolation. Who experiences isolation, and in what ways? How does this experience impact them and their behavior and beliefs? Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument. Use examples from the text to support your thinking.

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