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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 phrase did Melania repeat to Donald regarding his campaign?

2. What does Melania think when she notices a new dimple on her thigh before getting dressed for the dinner party?

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

4. How many years older than Melania is Donald?

5. What event does Donald call to tell Melania he will attend that afternoon?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. What does Melania feel about Janelle?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay about the author of "The Arrangements." Who is she? What else has she written? How is "The Arrangements" similar or different from her previous works?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss elements of the narrative structure: Exposition, conflict, complication, climax, resolution and conclusion. Do all the elements make for a logical and linear story? How does the story's structure express its themes.

Essay Topic 3

Much of Melania's inner thoughts are about what others like her husband or mother expect her to do or think. Examine the way her inner thoughts move the narrative.

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