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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 does Claire feel about Adam at this point?

2. On what night does Adam want to see Claire?

3. Why does James not take Claire's call when she phones at his office?

4. Who calls Claire and wants to see her?

5. What does Claire's mother think that Claire needs in her life right now?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is The Great Terror?

2. Why does Claire keep putting off calling James?

3. Describe Claire's behavior as she settles into her parents' home.

4. What irritates Claire when she and Adam meet for coffee?

5. What does Claire learn about the woman James is involved with and what does Claire decide to do?

6. Why does Claire turn to alcohol during this time in her life?

7. Why is Claire hesitant to call James?

8. How does Claire feel about her newborn daughter?

9. How does the author show Claire's fragile state of mind regarding her marriage?

10. How does Claire meet Adam?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Keyes is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters that either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast James and Adam. Both men want influence over Claire but have their hold on her in very different ways. Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

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