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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 7, Louisa describes the things that she has learned about New Yorkers in her first month. What is the second item on her list?

2. What is Louisa's father's name?

3. For how long had the Gopniks' last secretary worked for them when Agnes had her fired for telling secrets about her?

4. What is the name of Will's daughter?

5. What is Sam's last name?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens during Sam's visit to New York?

2. How would you describe the relationship between Louisa and Treena?

3. How did Agnes meet Mr. Gopnik?

4. How is Mr. Gopnik described?

5. Who is Ashok and how would you describe this character?

6. How is Louisa's boyfriend in England described?

7. Who is Camilla Traynor and why does she send letters to Louisa?

8. How would you describe the relationship between Agnes and Tabitha?

9. How is Agnes described when her character is first introduced?

10. What conflict emerges during Louisa's first dinner in the Gopnik home in Chapter 2?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of identity in Still Me. How is this theme demonstrated in the novel's title? What specific symbolism relates to this theme? How does the author illustrate this theme through character and setting?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the motif of fashion in Still Me. What does fashion represent to the main characters in the novel? How is fashion used as a symbol for identity? What does Louisa's personal style say about her as a character?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze and discuss the character of Louisa Clark as the protagonist of Still Me. What backstory is established for Louisa's character in the novel's exposition? What has brought Louisa to America? How does Louisa's character change in the course of the narrative?

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