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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 large across is the sculpture that Macy sees as she drives to Delia's house?

2. In Chapter 10, where does Kristy want Macy to go to eat lunch?

3. In which part of the beach house did Deborah like to spend most of her time?

4. Who jumps out of the stacks at the library and startles Macy?

5. How much training did Macy have at the library?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Kristy get her scars?

2. Describe the character of Jason.

3. Describe Amanda and Bethany.

4. How does Delia solve the problem when the hams for the main course for the retirement dinner are left behind?

5. How much time does Macy spend on her appearance?

6. Why is Macy concerned about her appeared when she goes to the farmer's market with Caroline in Chapter 8?

7. What does Kristy and Monica's home look like?

8. Describe Bert's new vehicle.

9. Why does Deborah think it might be best to tear the beach house down and start over?

10. After the divorce, what did Wes' mother serve?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 17, Macy feels like time for her has stopped for good, while the rest of the world moves on. Compare and contrast how time has stopped for Macy, but has moved on for others in her life.

Essay Topic 2

Chapters 15 and 16 contain some examples of irony. Discuss irony and how it is used in Chapters 15 and 16.

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 3, Jason breaks up with Macy. Discuss Macy's relationship with Jason.

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