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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 is the occupation of the main character?

2. Annie says that unless Paul burns "Fast Cars" she will no longer give him any ____.

3. What is the name Paul uses for the pencil jar?

4. Paul dreams that Annie is in what country?

5. Paul hopes that which of the following will be found?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Annie upset at the tax man? What is Paul's explanation?

2. What is Annie's opinion of Paul's first draft? To what does she compare it?

3. What is going through Paul's mind as Annie explains her point about the "cheat?"

4. What is one of the first reactions Paul had when he woke up at Annie's house?

5. What does Paul surmise regarding his fame and Annie's actions?

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

7. Discuss the dream in which Annie is riding on a magic carpet.

8. Discuss the scene in which Paul asks Annie to replace the typing paper.

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

10. What does Paul come to realize in regard to the Novril?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Paul's view on the Misery books. What is Paul's opinion on the books that have made him so rich and famous? What is Paul's plan for Misery? How does Annie change Paul's views? Also discuss Paul's new book, "Fast Cars." Compare and contrast it with the Misery series. Why does Paul want to switch genres? Do you think "Fast Cars" will be as successful as the Misery series? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

It is obvious that Annie Wilkes suffers from a serious mental illness. What are the issues suffered by Annie? Use examples from the book and explain Annie's problems. What do you think causes these issues? Do you think Annie has ever sought any type of psychiatric treatment? If so, do you think it was voluntary? What might have helped Annie with her issues?

Essay Topic 3

When Annie meets Paul, she has no idea what is contained in the latest book, 'Misery's Child." Examine Annie's attitude toward Paul before, during, and after the reading of "Misery's Child." What is Annie's original reaction? Is the reaction justified or rational? Discuss.

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