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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. How old was Molly at the beginning of Chapter 3?

2. Why does Molly refuse to stay at Jean's house?

3. What does Wallace tell Molly he believes Sally Anne's motive is for talking with Molly?

4. With what literary device does this chapter begin?

5. What does Molly do to help her to be able to think clearly again?

Short Essay Questions

1. How would Molly describe her marriage and life?

2. What seems to bother Molly more than hearing that her husband is a spy and traitor?

3. What information does the author reveal about Sam?

4. What does Molly find her mother is doing when she looks behind the screen?

5. What does Molly do to give her an excuse to return to the café and why does she want to return?

6. Which character is introduced at the beginning of this chapter and how does this character affect Molly's life?

7. Why does Molly's mother support her relationship with Trevor?

8. Describe how the author portrays the character of Molly and the character of Sam.

9. Explain two purposes the author may have for including the flashback that occurs in this chapter.

10. What were the purposes the author provided for the marriage that was eventually called off between Molly and Trevor?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write about the tension between Molly, Trevor and Jennifer. Do you believe the feelings are justified? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe how Molly's life involves the constant seeking out of security and the attempt to find continuity. Do you believe she makes good choices? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

There are many events which are considered ironic throughout the novel. Describe on example and explain in detail while you find that to be the most important aspect of irony in the novel.

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