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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. What do Dick and Elsie talk about in the blue canoe?

2. Dick asks Parker if he had sex with Marie because _________________________.

3. Who does Dick see Marie having sex with?

4. Which of the following does Dick NOT plan to do with May tonight?

5. Elsie says Schuyler is happy because ______________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Schuyler's documentary put Dick in an unfavorable light?

2. What happens in Chapter 44 that exacerbates Dick's gloomy feelings when he is on shore?

3. Explain the three forces with which Dick battles during the hurricane.

4. How does Dick avoid telling May the truth about his affair with Elsie?

5. Why does May ask Dick for $100?

6. What news does Elsie tell Dick about her life and how things are surprisingly working out to her benefit?

7. What is May's response to Dick when he tells her about his affair with Elsie?

8. How does Elsie interpret Dick's comment that they are similar to Marie and Parker?

9. How do Dick's conflicted feelings about Parker continue to exhibit in Chapter 44?

10. What does Dick tell Elsie that he expects May's reaction will be when he reveals his infidelity?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The role of women is a main topic addressed in this story. Explain the theme that extends through all the female characters. What is the presumed role of women in America during the 1980s? Explain by giving examples.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback?

Essay Topic 3

Casey uses humor in the story to both entertain and convey character. Cite at least two examples which you find especially humorous.

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