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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. In Chapter 3, "Darley," what significant decision did Darley and Malcolm make before getting married?
2. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's blushing affect her interactions with Brady?
3. In Chapter 3, "Darley," how does Darley handle the dead pigeon that Poppy finds?
4. In Chapter 3, "Darley," what are Darley's concerns about her children's behavior at the playground?
5. In Chapter 4, "Sasha," why does Sasha and Cord invite the other newlywed couple to their suite for drinks?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 3, "Darley," how does the chapter text portray the dynamics of Darley and Malcolm's marriage, considering their demanding careers and shared responsibilities?
2. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does the novel depict the tension between material abundance and ethical responsibility?
3. 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.
4. 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?
5. In Chapter 4, "Sasha,, how does Sasha's family's behavior contrast with her husband Cord's family during special occasions and celebrations?
6. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," how does the contrasting symbolism of the glass apartment and the Pineapple Street house reflect Sasha's internal conflict?
7. 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?
8. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does the author employ humor to convey deeper insights into characters' attitudes towards privilege, wealth, and social consciousness?
9. In Chapter 5, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's connection with Brady evolve through their shared interest in tennis?
10. In Chapter 6, "Darley," how does the chapter highlight Darley's growing frustration and discomfort with the comments about her biracial children's appearance, and what broader societal issues does this frustration underscore?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How does the theme of relationships contribute to the overall development of the story in Chapter 22, "Sasha"?
Essay Topic 2
How does the complex relationship between Sasha and Mullin in Chapter 5, "Georgiana" reveal the impact of family dynamics and first love on individual identity and romantic preferences?
Essay Topic 3
Analyze the significance of the symbolic motifs in the novel, such as the museum gala and the images of Brady.
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