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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. Why are Rose and her father asked to leave their hotel?

2. Besides sporting an elaborate hairdo and gown , how does Rose prepare herself for her wedding?

3. Which of Rose's uncles arrives in January of 1778?

4. By what name will Rose one day be called?

5. What does Father Droppet talk to Rose about in "Mademoiselle"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What news does Rose's Uncle Tascher bring one day in 'Mademoiselle'?

2. Why is Rose chosen to be the daughter who is betrothed to Alexandre?

3. What does Father Droppet urge Rose to do with her life?

4. What does Rose learn from a fortune teller in 'Mademoiselle'?

5. What are some of the places or events that Rose attends in an attempt to stave off boredom?

6. Who is Fanny and what does she think about Rose's state of mind in the year after Rose's wedding?

7. Why does Rose's Aunt Desiree make alterations to Rose's appearance?

8. With whom does Rose first fall in love?

9. What preparations does Rose note about her wedding day?

10. Why is Rose so unhappy on her birthday in 'Mademoiselle'?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze and interpret Rose. How does Gulland's portrayal of Rose differ from the real historical figure? What are Rose's defining character traits? What are her major goals in life?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and interpret the relationship between Rose and Lazare. Under what circumstances do they meet? Does Rose feel any guilt for being with Lazare? Why or why not? How does the affair end?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the conclusion of the novel "The Many Lives and Secret Sorrows of Josephine B". What happens at the end of the novel? Are there any unanswered questions? Are there any surprises at the end of the novel? Does the ending stay true to the real historical events? Why might Gulland have chosen to end the story where she does?

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