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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. When Queenie reaches out to Cassandra, she says that it has been how many weeks since Cassandra has spoken to her?
(a) 3.
(b) 4.
(c) 6.
(d) 2.

2. What kind of communication does Queenie use to reach out to Cassandra in Chapter 19?
(a) A visit.
(b) A phone call.
(c) A letter.
(d) A text.

3. What punishment does Queenie receive in Chapter 21 for allegedly sexually harassing a co-worker?
(a) A fine.
(b) Leave with pay.
(c) Firing.
(d) Suspension.

4. How many resolutions does Queenie make in Chapter 14?
(a) 11.
(b) 6.
(c) 8.
(d) 3.

5. Of those who were asked to pose for the diversity photo at The Daily Read, how many refused?
(a) 3.
(b) 1.
(c) 2.
(d) 6.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who diagnoses Queenie's symptoms as representing a panic attack in Chapter 19?

2. Queenie begins Chapter 16 by stating that which month had "hit [her] hard" (186)?

3. Who turns out to be in Adi's car when Queenie leaves the office and stops to say hello to him?

4. It is revealed in Chapter 23 during Queenie's fifth session with Janet that Queenie had begun to live alone at what age?

5. Which character tells Queenie in Chapter 20 that she is "damaged goods" (230)?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Jacob?

2. What is the significance of the phrase, "We are enough" (16) as it is portrayed in Chapter 16?

3. In what way do the themes of oppression and brutality become intertwined in Chapter 21?

4. Who is Elspeth?

5. How does the theme of regret arise within Chapter 13?

6. What decision does Queenie make about her friendships in Chapter 22 and what action does she then take?

7. Describe Queenie's first session with Janet.

8. What hopeful sign does Queenie receive from Tom at the end of Chapter 14?

9. What does Queenie reveal to Janet in Chapter 23 about her childhood?

10. How does Queenie gain access to the offices of The Daily Read in Chapter 13?

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