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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 wry comment does a passenger make as Dangerfield leaves the train?
2. Chris admits to making contact with Felicity in order to _________________.
3. What does Dangerfield do in his drunken condition?
4. Why does Dangerfield not get a part-time job?
5. Why is O'Keefe going to France?
Short Essay Questions
1. Explain how Chapter 10 is a long, crass joke indicative of Dangerfield's unwillingness to examine himself when problems arise.
2. Why are O'Keefe's challenges in having sex partly of his own making?
3. Why do Dangerfield and Marion fight when she returns home from her trip?
4. Why is Dangerfield so angry to learn that Marion has contacted his father?
5. What is at the core of Dangerfield's nasty behavior?
6. What is Dangerfield's destructive behavior when he learns that Marion has received money from his father?
7. What does Chris learn about Dangerfield and Marion's sex life and what does Dangerfield reveal about wanting to have sex with Chris?
8. How do Dangerfield's behavioral traits undermine him in terms of money vs. pleasure?
9. How can Dangerfield be called an escapist and how does Chris figure into his escaping?
10. What are the two most important things in the lives of Dangerfield and O'Keefe?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
THE GINGER MAN is a classic story of loss and renewal. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
J.P. Donleavy 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
What is the significance of the book's title? Why wasn't it called DANGERFIELD? What are some other possible titles for the book. List at least five and cite your reasons for each.
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