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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 is the name of Ludo's new magazine?

2. What event do Danielle, Marina and Murray attend in Chapter 21?

3. What is Murray's perspective on his sister?

4. Murray now considers himself to be ________________.

5. Where does Julius spend most of his time?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does an affair between Murray and Danielle get started?

2. What kind of father is Murray to Marina when she comes to him for help?

3. What are Danielle's thoughts about Murray?

4. What are Bootie's plans for his arrival in Manhattan?

5. How does the author use the theme of being taken by surprise in this chapter?

6. Who is Frederick (Bootie) Tubb and what is he doing since he left college?

7. How is Murray Thwaite introduced into the story?

8. What does David represent to Julius when he meets him while on a work assignment?

9. What does Murray do to try to advance his flirtation with Danielle?

10. Who is Murray's wife and what is her profession?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of Murray. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Murray?

Essay Topic 2

Does Messud end the story on a note of hope for Danielle, Marina and Julius, or will they continue to struggle with their relationships and hopes for their lives? Give your perspective and two reasons to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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