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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. To whom has Marion written a letter complaining about Dangerfield?

2. How does Dangerfield describe the person in #81 to Lily?

3. What does Marion feel about their life in the new house?

4. Which of the following does Dangerfield NOT charge at a store?

5. What item does O'Keefe give Dangerfield?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Dangerfield's behavioral traits undermine him in terms of money vs. pleasure?

2. Why does Dangerfield leave Chris when she confronts him about the bar brawl she reads about in the newspaper?

3. Has Dangerfield's life improved from moving from the rickety house to the house in the city?

4. How does Dangerfield view his wife and child and his life in general?

5. What is at the core of Dangerfield's nasty behavior?

6. Explain how Chapter 10 is a long, crass joke indicative of Dangerfield's unwillingness to examine himself when problems arise.

7. Who is Lily Frost?

8. What is the premise of THE GINGER MAN?

9. How can Dangerfield be called an escapist and how does Chris figure into his escaping?

10. How does the impoverished Dangerfield secure food for O'Keefe and himself?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the overall setting setting for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Donleavy choose to use these places in the book?

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

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

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