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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 name does Anna prefer her daughter to call her?

2. On the ride home from the hospital the day after she witnesses Jane get stabbed, Anna remarks that if it were not for what element, she would scream until the windows shattered?

3. In the opening scene, Anna watches as her neighbor leads a man with what job into the guest bedroom of her townhome?

4. What happens to prevent John Miller from discovering his wife with another man?

5. How often does Anna's physical therapist Bina visit Anna's home to provide her with therapy sessions?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the theme of isolation emerge within Anna's description of her townhome?

2. How is foreshadowing used in Chapter 21 when Anna is talking to Ed and is interrupted by the sounds of someone downstairs?

3. What connection does the author depict between Anna and alcohol?

4. What is the main reason Anna cites for her failure to call and warn Mrs. Miller of her husband's imminent arrival?

5. How would you characterize the relationship between Anna and her physical therapist Bina?

6. What theme is depicted within Anna's interactions with Lizzie?

7. What is the relationship between Anna and Olivia and how would you characterize it?

8. What traits of Anna's character are shown when Ethan shows up at her door for the second time?

9. What effect does the symbolism of Olivia's empty room have on the reader?

10. What is the significance of Anna's decision to watch the Today Show through the lens of her camera as her new neighbor watches on his own television?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a critical essay about the novel while using the critical power theory lens of feminist theory. Use textual evidence to back up your strong, specific claim regarding the treatment of gender roles, feminine power, and other issues related to gender theory that can be found in the book.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how the themes of truth and lies are interwoven within the novel’s narrative.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the fact that the author identifies as male, while the protagonist of the novel identifies as female.

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