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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 James try to intimidate Claire into staying?

2. Under what conditions does James promise not to be unfaithful again?

3. What does Claire's mother say is the balm that will save Claire and James' marriage?

4. What is James' state of mind when he leaves Claire's parents' house?

5. What news does James give Claire?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Why does Claire want to talk to Adam before she returns to London?

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

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

6. What will guide Claire's ultimate choice in a man?

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

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

9. How does James try to make Claire jealous?

10. How does Claire shock her mother in Chapter 23?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a character study of James. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about James?

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

WATERMELON is a classic story of loss and renewal. What does that classification entail? Why does this novel fit into this category? Explain.

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