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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 10, what does Malcolm have scheduled for Vivian in the morning of their second day together?

2. In Chapter 7, what does Malcolm present to Vivian that puts her in a bad mood?

3. In Chapter 10, what does Malcolm tell Vivian he pays a premium for at his apartment building?

4. In Chapter 11, what does Vivian choose to wear for her night out with Malcolm?

5. In Chapter 8, what does Maddie suggest Vivian tell everyone at home about her staying longer than expected in London?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 12, how does Vivian handle Miles's surprise visit to Malcolm's flat?

2. In Chapter 8, what causes the argument between Malcolm and Miles on Christmas Day?

3. In Chapter 11, why does Malcolm take Vivian to the specific museum he chooses to take her to at night?

4. In Chapter 7, what does Vivian often do when faced with a big decision?

5. In Chapter 7, what happens when Julia catches Malcolm and Vivian passionately kissing under the misletoe?

6. In Chapter 9, what are two things that upset Malcolm when he first meets Vivian in the lobby of The Goring Hotel on their first day in London together?

7. In Chapter 10, what is Vivian immediately impressed with when she walks into Malcolm's apartment for the first time?

8. In Chapter 11, what does George Marwick, the museum staff member, do for Vivian that is extraordinary?

9. In Chapter 12, what does Miles forget to leave at Malcolm's apartment, and why is this significant?

10. In Chapter 8, what does Miles say to Malcolm during their argument that is particularly hurtful to Malcolm?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, how does Guillory emphasize Vivian's and Malcolm's strong connections and intuitive understanding of each other's character, personality, and preferences despite the short amount of time they have known each other? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter Four, what do you think Guillory means to reveal about Vivian through her description of Vivian's experiences at the royal stables? Write an essay explaining your answer, citing specific references to the text to support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 3

How would you describe Vivian's and Maddie's parent-child relationship dynamics? Write an essay explaining your answer, citing specific references to the text.

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