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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. What does Noel blame Marjorie for in Chapter 38?

2. What role does Flamm offer Marjorie in Chapter 22?

3. Where does Noel invite Marjorie in Chapter 22?

4. What does Noel's epiphany at the Seder lead him to do?

5. What is the name of the ship Marjorie takes in Chapter 40?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mike Eden tell Marjorie when he takes her out onto the lake in Chapter 44?

2. Why does Marjorie go on a whirlwind of dating in Chapter 33?

3. Why does Marjorie quit her position at the top summer stock theatre?

4. What is Guy Flamm's real reason for offering Marjorie a part in his play?

5. Who does Noel blame for his failure after Princess Jones flopped?

6. What does Noel disagree with his boss Sam Rothmore about?

7. Upon graduating from college, what has Marjorie gained acclaim for, and what prospects does she have?

8. What has plagued Marjorie during her year-long affair with Noel?

9. Why does Marjorie think Noel has fled to Europe in Chapter 40?

10. Why does Noel leave Marjorie's house abruptly in Chapter 27?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Who is Mike Eden and how does this character impact Marjorie's life? What does Marjorie learn about herself and others after meeting Eden? How does he compare to Noel?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the setting of the novel "Marjorie Morningstar," the first half of the 20th century. How does the setting impact Marjorie's choices and actions in the novel? What historical events take place throughout the novel? Do these historical events affect Marjorie's life?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss conflict in "Marjorie Morningstar." Who is in conflict with whom? What events or situations causes these conflicts? Are the major conflicts resolved? If so, how?

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