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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. Typically, Esther is a ___________________.

2. What is the current condition of Esther Curran's house?

3. What food do the guests eat at the party?

4. What do the women suspect of Gay's ex-husband, Clark?

5. Which of the following is not a description of Pips?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the group doing at Bambi's house?

2. What is the nature of the intervention?

3. Compare and contrast Walter with Him.

4. Explain the symbolism of the destruction of the goose eggs.

5. Describe the scenario of the failed intervention attempt.

6. How do Esther's friends react to her lunch invitation?

7. Compare and contrast Him and Pips Phelp.

8. Describe the metaphor of fish as the women trash around the pool.

9. What experience does Canoe share regarding marrying in order to avoid spinsterhood?

10. Describe the shrine-like environment in Esther's dining room.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the overall setting for the novel. Why does Walbert use the setting she does? What is the time period of the story? How important is the time period to the attitudes and issues of the characters?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the symbolism of the goose eggs. How do they relate to Megan's recent suicide? How do they relate to Barbara's ambivalence as a mother? Are there any other significant meanings that the eggs add to the story?

Essay Topic 3

Project into the future ten years and write a brief synopsis for the lives of Canoe, Barbara, Viv and Louise. Be sure to include emotional states as well as physical characteristics, geographic locations, work, hobbies, socialization, etc.

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