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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 Rachel go to Bed Bath & Beyond?

2. What actor does Rachel hook up with?

3. What does Miriam tell Rachel on their second date?

4. What gift does Rachel give Miriam before Shabbat?

5. Who called Miriam a slut?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Rachel call in sick to work?

2. What food does Rachel go out to buy for herself and Miriam?

3. What does Rachel keep asking Miriam on their second date?

4. Where does Rachel find the clay figure after getting her hair cut?

5. Who comes to Rachel's desk at work in Chapter 40?

6. What actor does Rachel hook up with and how does she feel about it?

7. Why is Rachel asked to leave Shabbat?

8. Why does Rachel put on an all-black outfit for Miriam?

9. Why does Rachel feel bad about wearing an all-black outfit for Miriam?

10. Why does Rachel get fired?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Rachel experiences both physical and emotional changes throughout the novel. In what ways does Rachel change and in what ways does she remain the same? How do these changes reflect her emotional healing?

Essay Topic 2

Healing from eating disorder and mental illness is at the heart of this novel. Analyze how the author develops and strengthens the theme of healing through the plot and characters.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay in which you explore Rachel's relationship to Ana. What is the nature of this relationship? What does Rachel hope to get out of it?

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