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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paris describe the act of suicide?

2. What is Philip inevitably intending to do because he cannot solve his own problems?

3. Why does Mother Lovejoy want to hire a limousine for Mollie?

4. Which character tries most to console Mollie in her most desperate, grieving time?

5. What has Mollie done in the middle of the night?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is a fine line between genius and madness. Discuss how artistic genius can also be a curse. Include examples in history as pieces of evidence. Then, discuss how the character of Philip is a archetypal blueprint of a jaded artist. Include two pieces of dialogue in your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of success. Provide a definition and include the examples of powerful and successful people in history. Then, using this base, discuss how Philip' emotional health may have been affected by his success, and then his lack thereof. How has success served him, and how has it hindered his relationships? Include textual references in your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the relationship between Paris and John Tucker. In what was is John becoming a father figure to Paris? In what ways is John different from Philip in his fathering techniques? In what ways is Philip different from John when it comes to fostering Paris's emotional well being. Is John's influence enough to sustain Paris or is Philip's presence necessary to his raising? Use textual evidence to support your findings.

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