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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. Sketches by which artist are the pieces that Nora most wants to donate to the Briggs Gallery?

2. Who appears to be very sick when Charlie and Yale get together with their friends?

3. The private investigator finds a family with what last name living in Paris?

4. Who is the main planner of Nico's funeral?

5. What is the name of the person who disapproves of Nora's inclusion of donations within her estate?

Short Essay Questions

1. What step must first be taken before art can be donated?

2. What is the source of Yale's fear of being tricked?

3. What is described as the only disappointment within Nora's art collection as the authentication process moves forward?

4. What is the most encouraging aspect of Nora's art collection, from Yale's point of view?

5. What is the symbolism of Nico's orange scarf?

6. What major purchase does Yale consider making within the narrative and why?

7. In what location is the wake celebrating Nico's death held?

8. What evidence exists to suggest that Yale is sincere in his love of art, the art world, and the power of the artist's voice?

9. With what aspect of Arnaud's investigation is Fiona frustrated?

10. Who serves as Terrence's power of attorney near the end of his life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how and why Makkai instills three different humanist messages into the narrative of The Great Believers.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Makkai’s messages about guilt and responsibility within the novel The Great Believers.

Essay Topic 3

What message does Makkai send within the pages of The Great Believers concerning the definition of family?

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