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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Claire's mother and sisters fuss over her?
(a) They know she can use some emotional support.
(b) They don't want her to meet James.
(c) They have nothing else to do.
(d) They want to get her ready to meet with James.

2. For what reason would Claire consider reconciliation with James?
(a) Kate.
(b) Business tie.
(c) Prestige.
(d) Money.

3. How does Adam react when Claire tells him she is going back to James?
(a) He begs her to stay with him.
(b) He says they cannot even be friends.
(c) He has no reaction.
(d) He offers to drive her to the airport.

4. What reason does Claire give her mother for being out so late?
(a) She got lost coming back from Belfast.
(b) She was having sex with Adam.
(c) Her car broke down.
(d) She and Laura were at a pub.

5. What news does James give Claire?
(a) He has filed for divorce.
(b) He has been transferred.
(c) He has closed their checking account.
(d) He is no longer seeing Denise.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Adam that Claire is going back to James?

2. What does Claire ask James if he brought with him?

3. Who bet Helen that Helen would not get involved with Adam?

4. What does Claire realize about herself if she were to live with James again?

5. Why would Claire say she wanted to see James?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Claire not feel happy about going back to James?

2. What is the culmination of the evening Claire and Adam spend together at his place?

3. What living arrangements and custody agreement do Claire and James agree to?

4. What news does James reveal to Claire at the restaurant?

5. Why can Laura not give Claire any advice before Claire's call with James?

6. How does Claire consider Kate's needs as she tries to realign her life?

7. What is the nature of Claire and Adam's relationship as the novel ends?

8. What is Claire's overall demeanor when James arrives at her parents' home?

9. What does Adam share about his ex-girlfriend and daughter?

10. Describe the scenario when Claire confronts James and ends their marriage.

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