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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. Who calls Claire and wants to see her?

2. In addition to Claire, who else is attracted to Adam?

3. What does Claire take Kate to town to purchase?

4. Why does Claire decide to leave the coffee shop?

5. Where does Adam kiss Claire on the face?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Laura and how does Claire know her?

2. How does Claire begin to come out of The Great Terror period in her life?

3. How does Claire meet Adam?

4. What is especially gratifying to Claire about the dinner she shops for and prepares for her family?

5. What is an important theme in the first section of the book?

6. How did Claire meet her husband, James?

7. What news does James deliver to Claire in her hospital room?

8. How does the author show that Adam is on Claire's mind all the time now?

9. Explain how Adam outrageously flirts with Claire.

10. What advice does Claire get from Laura about dating a younger man?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Betrayal seems to be almost an unnamed character in the book. How pervasive is the sense of betrayal? Why does it have such a prevalent place in Claire's life? Explain how an inanimate object or characteristic can be a character.

Essay Topic 2

What is the overall setting for the novel? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Keyes choose to use these places in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book? List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

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