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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 activity causes Paul excruciating pain?

2. Paul dreams about which country?

3. Paul is worried that Annie will notice which of the following?

4. Who comes along to rescue the character?

5. What movie is referenced in regards to the dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Paul describe the ceiling in his room?

2. Paul creates a vivid description of Annie comparing her to a natural force. What is the force?

3. What does Paul say after Annie smashes his knee?

4. Why does Annie handcuff Paul? What does Annie do to keep Paul quiet?

5. Describe the scene in which Annie has her first psychotic break with Paul. What does she do?

6. When Paul describes the smell first associated with Annie, what does he say?

7. Discuss Annie's initial opinion of "Fast Cars."

8. Discuss the presents Annie brings back to the house for Paul. What is Paul's reaction to the items?

9. Paul's skill as a writer often comes out through dreams and fantasies. Discuss at least one episode involving the sportscasters.

10. What causes Paul to cry in the bathroom? What happens next?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are several traditions Paul has when he is on the verge of finishing a book. Discuss at least four of the traditions and why they are important to Paul as a writer.

Essay Topic 2

Annie's compulsions and obsessions are clearer than Paul's issues. Compare and contrast the obsessions and compulsions of each. Give examples.

Essay Topic 3

Write a complete character description of Paul Sheldon. Who is Paul Sheldon? What is his age? What is Sheldon's profession? Why is Sheldon in Colorado? What is Sheldon's purpose for drinking Dom Perignon? Explain how Sheldon gets involved with Annie Wilkes and "Misery's Return." Also, discuss what happens to Paul after he returns to New York.

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