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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. Why does Dick help in this situation?

2. Why does Dick want to change hotels?

3. Where does Dick next see Rosemary?

4. Who is Dick and Nicole's son?

5. Who does Dick see on the boat ride back to Europe?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Dick begin to fall out of love with Nicole?

2. How does Dick's profession get in the way of his marriage?

3. How does Dick behave counter to his feelings about Nicole?

4. What happens to Dick at the end of the novel?

5. What is the state of Dick's alcoholism at this point?

6. What metaphor does Dick use to describe England?

7. What is the tragic event that occurs while Dick is in Innsbruck?

8. How does Nicole's family's wealth further complicate Dick's life?

9. Explain the opinions that Franz and his wife have of the Divers.

10. What does Dick realize about his relationship with Nicole after being with Rosemary?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is it that the characters in the novel have so much time to play? Do they characterize any particular segment of society? Or are they enjoying post-war prosperity to its fullest? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Rosemary's life as a young actress. Why is she so world-weary at such a young age? How is it that she can size up Earl Brady's intentions so quickly? What does Rosemary mean when she says that her view of the Mediterranean had changed since she now knows there is a film studio there?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the circumstances under which Dr. Dohmler takes on Nicole as a patient. Do you think Dr.Dohmler sincerely wants to help Nicole? Or does he see dollar signs when he realizes the extent of the treatment Nicole will need as a result of sexual abuse from her wealthy father? Explain.

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