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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. Where was Abby living when Doyle met her?

2. Why does Doyle say that we keep ourselves shaken up in the narrative?

3. How old was Doyle when she describes going to the therapist on Fridays in "Aches"?

4. How old does Doyle say she is in "Ghosts"?

5. Who does Doyle describe interviewing her about her first memoir in "Ghosts"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Doyle say the epitome of womanhood is to patriarchal structures in "Erikas"?

2. How is Doyle's first encounter with Abby described in "Arms"?

3. From where does the title of "Blow Jobs" arise? What scenario is presented in this chapter?

4. What story is related in "Rules"?

5. To whom is Doyle married? What is the basic overview of her marriage and family?

6. How does Doyle describe the intimacy between her and Abby in "Gardens"?

7. What does Doyle remark about Eve in "Beach Houses"?

8. Why is age ten notable in Doyle's life?

9. Why is imagining important, according to Doyle?

10. How did Doyle first begin to practice being still and Knowing?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the plot structure of Untamed. The plot structure of this memoir reflects upon its themes. How does it do this? How are the chapters and parts structured? Why has Doyle chosen to structure her memoir in this way?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Doyle's experiences in Paris. When and why did she go to Paris? What did she observe there? How does Doyle compare Paris to the United States?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Doyle's friendship with Liz. Who is Liz revealed to be? What has Doyle written? Why does Doyle turn to Liz for advice?

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