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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 does Megan fantasize about doing in Patrick's house?

2. What drink is traditionally had by the Hunters at Thanksgiving?

3. How long have Tilly and Lenny been sweethearts?

4. What does a neighbor keep at the house Megan is staying at?

5. What piece of equipment is located in Patrick's bedroom?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Timmy interrupt Megan and Pat's romantic evening, and why?

2. What has Megan felt a compulsion to do since she was a child?

3. What does Megan decide she needs soon after Timmy leaves?

4. How does Megan justify the TV being located in Pat's room?

5. The day after his date with Megan, what does Patrick find is the only way to get Timmy to sleep?

6. How does Megan wake Patrick up when she realizes he is late for work?

7. Describe Dave, Megan's former fiance.

8. What does Megan think Patrick's house would be a perfect setting for?

9. What does Patrick give Megan in hopes of relieving her grief over Timmy leaving?

10. Why didn't Lenny know about Tilly's pregnancy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the beginning of the novel, Megan is thrust into a situation where she is compelled to look after a young infant. Prior to this experience, Megan was uncomfortable around babies and had not thought about motherhood. Discuss how the experience with Timmy changes Megan and awakens her maternal instincts.

Essay Topic 2

A few situations in the novel can be deemed as improbable or far-fetched. Discuss the reader's need to suspend disbelief to appreciate the story. Also, what are some examples of improbable situations in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

What is your overall opinion of the novel "Thanksgiving"? What are its strengths and weaknesses?

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