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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. Which of the following subjects is NOT one Clem encourages Augie to study if he returns to University?

2. What Mexican city does Thea move to when she leaves Augie?

3. What does Georgie make for a living in the mental institution where he lives?

4. How long are Augie's workdays while he is working for the CIO?

5. Which of the following characters does Augie NOT visit with during his first few days back in Chicago?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Caligula perform during his first hunting expedition?

2. How does Augie react when he sees Caligula for the first time?

3. What happens when Augie offers to drive his disfigured maid home to her family in Normandy at the end of the novel?

4. Why is Oliver evicted from the hotel where he is staying in Mexico City?

5. Who is Paslavitch?

6. Who does the CIO represent, and what is their aim?

7. Who is Talavera?

8. How does Bateshaw prevent Augie from flagging down a passing ship after their Marine boat sinks?

9. Why is Augie forced to leave Chicago after signing up with the CIO?

10. How has Georgie's life changed in the time that Augie was living in Mexico City?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Augie's relationship with Mimi Villa is one that stays with him for the majority of his adult life. First, describe Mimi Villa. Where did she and Augie meet? Then, describe the incident that you believe led to the deep bond that formed between these two teenagers. How did they act as friends for each other in a way no one else would have been capable of? Then, describe the reaction from Augie's family and friends to his platonic relationship with Mimi. What troubles did he get into having such a close female friend? Be sure to include examples from the text to strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 2

Augie's relationship with Simon is one that took many turns during their adult lives together. First, describe the relationship Augie had with his brother Simon when they were young. Then, describe how that relationship changed as both reached adulthood. Choose two moments that you believe were turning points in the relationship between Simon and Augie and describe them here. How did these moments lead to the state of the relationship between Augie and Simon when the novel came to a close?

Essay Topic 3

Augie's relationship with his brother Georgie was difficult one due to Georgie's mental disabilities. First, describe Georgie's character. Why was he put away in a mental institution when he hit puberty? How did life in the mental institution affect Georgie's character? Then, describe Augie's relationship with his brother Georgie throughout his life. What was their relationship like as young boys? How did that relationship change when both boys reached maturity? How did his relationship with Georgie affect Augie's life decisions? Be sure to include examples from the text to strengthen your arguments.

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