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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana handle the situation when she sees Brady at the bar after the Long Island Bar incident?
(a) She leaves the bar feeling lonely and pathetic.
(b) She joins his group of friends and tries to impress him.
(c) She doesnot approach him and leaves early with her friends.
(d) She approaches him and confesses her feelings.

2. In Chapter 3, "Darley," who comes to Darley's aid when she falls ill with the stomach flu?
(a) Her mother Soon-ja.
(b) Her siblings Cord and Sasha.
(c) Her friend Claire.
(d) Her husband Malcolm.

3. In Chapter 4, "Sasha," how does Sasha's family behave during her wedding reception?
(a) They are quiet and reserved.
(b) They are not present at the reception.
(c) They are well-behaved and proper.
(d) They are disruptive and cause chaos.

4. In Chapter 4, "Sasha," why does Mullin's behavior change after Sasha gets accepted to art school?
(a) He is disappointed she did not choose a more practical career path.
(b) He becomes jealous of her new friends and lifestyle.
(c) He wants her to focus solely on their relationship.
(d) He feels insecure about his own future and career prospects.

5. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," what is the significance of the old mansion in the novel?
(a) It is a symbol of the organization's wealth and success.
(b) It serves as a setting for romantic encounters.
(c) It reflects Georgiana's emotional state and inner world.
(d) It represents Brady's childhood home.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's blushing affect her interactions with Brady?

2. In Chapter 6, "Darley," why does Darley feel a sense of fury when people refer to her children as exotic?

3. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," what role does the Glass Apartment play in Sasha's identity?

4. In Chapter 6, "Darley," what is the significance of Malcolm's unexpected firing from his job?

5. In Chapter 6, "Darley," what does Darley's determination to support Malcolm in his time of unemployment symbolize?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," analyze the portrayal of family relationships and societal expectations in the book. How do the interactions between family members, especially Cord's parents, Chip and Tilda, reflect the influence of wealth, status, and tradition on their dynamics?

2. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," discuss the significance of Georgiana's blushing and how it evolves from an endearing trait to a professional liability. How does her tendency to blush easily affect her interactions with others, particularly with Brady.

3. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does the author employ humor to convey deeper insights into characters' attitudes towards privilege, wealth, and social consciousness?

4. In Chapter 6, "Darley," how does the chapter explore the theme of racial disparities through the lens of Malcolm's firing and Darley's experiences as a woman of color?

5. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's crush on Brady act as a catalyst for personal development?

6. In Chapter 3, "Darley," how does the chapter text illustrate the challenges of parenting, and how do the characters reflect on their own childhood memories?

7. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," what does the house represent for Cord's family, and how does it serve as a backdrop for the tensions and conflicts that arise between Sasha and her in-laws?

8. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," how does the contrasting symbolism of the glass apartment and the Pineapple Street house reflect Sasha's internal conflict?

9. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," explore the role of the old mansion and its various rooms in the novel. How does the mansion's layout mirror Georgiana's emotions and experiences?

10. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," discuss the significance of the room that serves as a portal to 1997 in "Sasha's House." how does the room symbolize Sasha's struggle to blend her past with her present, and how does it impact her relationship with her husband and in-laws?

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