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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. Where does the Thwaite family usually spend the holidays?

2. Why do Julius and David move back into Julius' apartment?

3. How does Murray acknowledge Danielle in a quiet moment?

4. Bootie's expose of Murray coincides with ___________ view of Murray.

5. What is Marina's opinion of Bootie's expose of Murray?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the reason that David is so late in arriving home?

2. How has Julius betrayed David once again on the holiday weekend?

3. What secret does Danielle continue to keep from Julius and Marina?

4. Why is Bootie so surprised by Murray's reactions to Bootie's expose on him?

5. How is Marina at odds with the important people in her life as she prepares for her wedding?

6. What is the content of Chapter 51?

7. Describe the altercation between David and Julius in the men's room at the bar.

8. What does the storm in Stockbridge symbolize for the Thwaites?

9. What does the helicopter ride signify for Murray and Danielle?

10. Where is Bootie after the September 11 attacks in New York?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Messud address the gay culture in Manhattan in the early twenty-firstcentury? Is she authentic in her portrayal of gays during this time period? Does she slip into any stereotypes that may be found offensive? Does she portray gays in a flattering light in her book? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Messud is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

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

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