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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 Bella head to Jacob's house in Chapter 11, "Cult"?

2. What does Edward's voice (in her head) tell Bella to do about Laurent in the meadow?

3. What causes Bella to NOT hear Edward's voice as much during her motorcycle rides?

4. Why don't Edward and Bella kiss more often?

5. In the Preface, who does Bella say surrounds her and Alice?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the Preface, what does Bella imply might be lost if she does not reach her goal?

2. Why does Bella decide to confide in Charlie about her fears that Jacob may have been forced into a cult led by Sam?

3. What does Edward believe happens to a person's soul when he or she becomes a vampire?

4. After Edward calls off their relationship, what does Bella notice is missing from her room?

5. Before heading to Bella's birthday party, when does Edward confess to her that he considered suicide?

6. What sensation does Bella get when she is back in her room after Edward calls of their relationship?

7. What remedy does Bella need for the injuries she gets during her first motorcycle ride?

8. Why does Bella decide to head out on her own and hike to the clearing?

9. Why does Edward NOT let Bella say goodbye to Alice?

10. What exactly is Bella rushing to do in the Preface?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

List 3 literary devices that Meyer uses to build tension in _New Moon_. Use at least 3 different instances where she builds tension, and use direct quotes and examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

At one point in _New Moon_, Bella decides that she loves Edward and Jacob because love is not rational. Discuss 1) whether or not this is true for Bella and 2) how the truth or falsity of this statement manifests in Bella's relationship with the two boys. Make sure to use examples and citations from the text to support your argument.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout _New Moon_, Meyer gives very specific titles to the chapters. Choose 5 chapters and discuss why Meyer chooses to name those chapters as she does.

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