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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. Who was Melania's previous pilates instructor?

2. What phrase did Melania repeat to Donald regarding his campaign?

3. How does Donald feel about his recent lead in the polls?

4. What type of flower does Melania order for her dinner party?

5. What does Melania see on every TV station she watched lately?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Melania sure Donald will say something if he notices the new dimple on her thigh?

2. Why has Melania been grateful for Donald's following from the beginning?

3. What did Melania mean the first time she told Donald he will win when he first launched his presidential campaign?

4. What does Melania feel about Janelle?

5. What does Melania miss about her relationship with Barron when he was younger?

6. How did Melania feel about the first diamonds Donald had ever given her?

7. Why did Melania's mother use French and English words for the food she cooked when Melania was young?

8. What does Tiffany tell Melania just before she leaves? What does Melania feel about this information?

9. How can Melania tell that Donald is somewhat surprised at how well he is doing in his presidential run?

10. What did Donald say the first time he saw Janelle?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay examining Melania's diamonds as a symbol in "The Arrangements." What is the context when the diamonds are mentioned? How do these diamonds impact the story's plot and themes?

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay analyzing Adichie's language style and word choice in "The Arrangements." What are some words that stand out to you and why? What words are repeated? What words are most impactful? Explain your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Choose a character and discuss their role in creating conflict in the story.

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