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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 kind of car do the Phanceys have?

2. Which of the following does Viv not buy to wear while driving her scooter?

3. In what German city does Viv meet Kurt?

4. Why does Viv think she cannot survive in what she calls the big jungle?

5. What kind of alcoholic beverage does Viv drink?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does it take Viv two weeks to travel only 200 miles?

2. How does Viv react after her abortion?

3. Describe Viv's upbringing.

4. What view does Viv now take of her failed romances?

5. Describe Viv's character.

6. How do Viv and Kurt become close?

7. What happens when Viv turns on the vacancy sign?

8. What is Viv's relationship like with Mr. and Mrs. Phancey?

9. Summarize the fifth section.

10. Why does Viv turn on the vacancy sign?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Fleming worked as an intelligence officer during World War II, adhering to the rule that writers should write about what they know. Do you think it is obvious that Fleming knows his subject? What difference do you think it makes to the story? Are there any moments where you think Fleming does not portray a character or setting so well? What affect does it have on the story?

Essay Topic 2

In what way can Viv be seen as a strong character? How does Viv develop this strength in character? Has Viv always been a strong character? What do you think would have happened to Viv if she were a weaker person?

Essay Topic 3

Examine the novel's dialogue. How does Fleming's dialogue contribute to the following areas:

1) Character

2) Setting

3) Plot

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