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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Fiona tells Jake that the photograph showing her in the hospital with a man is a photo of whom?
(a) Terrence.
(b) Julian.
(c) Yale.
(d) Nico.

2. Whom does Yale take with him the final time he visits Nora?
(a) Fiona.
(b) Cecily.
(c) Roman.
(d) No one.

3. A mass shooting in what type of location happens in Paris during Fiona's stay?
(a) A concert venue.
(b) A college campus.
(c) A park.
(d) A library.

4. Whom does Fiona blame for Nico's death?
(a) Julian.
(b) Charlie.
(c) Terrence.
(d) Herself.

5. In 1986, Yale is continuing his sexual relationship with whom?
(a) Julian.
(b) Teddy.
(c) Roman.
(d) Charlie.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Soft-more" (257) is Claire's nickname for a piece of furniture of what type?

2. Richard suggests that Fiona track down which of her family members while she is in Paris?

3. Roman tells Yale that his hometown had been the site of what historical event?

4. To what state does Yale travel the final time he visits Nora?

5. Roman admits to Yale that he had maintained a long affair with which other character?

Short Essay Questions

1. What techniques does Makkai use in order to portray Yale's mood as he returns home from a business trip?

2. How does Fiona injure her hand during her conversation with Jake?

3. What is ironic about Charlie's relationship with Julian?

4. Dr. Cheng makes what distinction between secrecy and shame in his conversation with Yale?

5. Who brings Fiona's daughter Claire to her for the first time and how does Fiona react?

6. What major news does Yale receive from Teresa, Charlie's mother?

7. Who is Dan?

8. Describe the symbolism of Roscoe.

9. What is Fiona's main concern about people finding out that she has slept with Jake?

10. Describe the setting of Fiona's meeting with Claire.

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