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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. Who is apparently staying at the Waldorf as evidenced by the flag outside the building?

2. Where has George been waiting for Ellen for 45 minutes?

3. What does Morris call Cassie when she talks about getting a bit part in Goldweiser's next show?

4. What is the motto above the man's head in the King C. Gillette ad?

5. Morton signs the bill making New York what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Jimmy's mother tell him when he burns his tongue on hot mustard?

2. What does NIWDLAB EGROEG mean?

3. How does Fifi Waters act when she finally gets to the restaurant?

4. What does Harry say of Elaine's performance backstage with Sol next to him?

5. Why does Jimmy call up his Aunt Emily, Riverside 2466?

6. What does Ellen say about Stan's demeanor in regards to New YorK?

7. How does the man with the diamond stud compliment Olga?

8. What has Ed Thatcher worried as he enters the hospital with flowers for his wife?

9. What does the man sitting next to Joe Harland in the Battery say of the actresses in the papers?

10. What does Joe Harland say of whiskey when he goes to the bar?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The changing role of women in the 1920's is illustrated in the book. Describe how the female characters represent the different roles of women at the time. Compare and contrast their roles.

Essay Topic 2

Why does Tony resist his homosexuality? What toll does it take on his self-esteem? What steps does he take to try to change himself?

Essay Topic 3

How does George Baldwin make money at the beginning of the book when he is looking for a case? How does his relationship with the McNeils evolve?

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