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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. What surprises Hamish and Mary about the Germans they see while on vacation?
(a) They don't act like they lost the war.
(b) They are all very thin.
(c) They drink way too much.
(d) They are so pale.

2. What hobby does Mary's husband share with the husband of the woman in #25?
(a) Stamp collecting.
(b) Sailing.
(c) Snorkeling.
(d) Sculpting.

3. Who is the man who becomes disillusioned with his wife in "One off the Short List"?
(a) Philip.
(b) Mason.
(c) Graham.
(d) Grady.

4. What is Mary's last name?
(a) Parish.
(b) Hall.
(c) Burgoyne.
(d) Reynolds.

5. How does Jerry prepare to make the special dive like the other boys?
(a) He sleeps with goggles on.
(b) He holds his breath.
(c) He swims 8 hours a day.
(d) He floats in the bathtub.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Brooks in "The Witness" continue to work past retirement age?

2. What does George ask his ex-wife to find for him?

3. What is set to take place the following week?

4. What is Hamish's last name?

5. What is Jimmie's job?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does George Talbot learn about the woman with whom he has had an affair for several years?

2. How is Mr. Brooke in "The Witness" typical of Lessing's characters?

3. Why are Mary and Hamish uncomfortable after their arrival in Germany?

4. What surprises Mary and Hamish about the Germans they encounter?

5. How do Mary and Hamish view people differently?

6. Why is "Through the Tunnel" a coming of age story?

7. How does Jimmy blame Rose for his unhappiness?

8. Why is George especially drawn to Bobby?

9. What is the meaning of Rose's obsession with adopting Jill?

10. How do George's fears about Rose canceling their wedding plans come true?

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