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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. What does Helen wish regarding Claire and Adam's relationship?

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

3. What news do Claire's parents have for her when she returns home?

4. How does Claire feel about going back to James?

5. What does Claire feel that James is now?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Claire learn about James' true feelings for her from James' business partner, George?

3. How does Claire respond to James' phone calls when she returns to her parents' home?

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

5. Where is Claire preparing to go in Chapter 21?

6. What does Claire think about as she anticipates James' upcoming telephone call?

7. Why does Helen break out in laughter when she sees Claire and Adam together?

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

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

10. How does James try to make Claire jealous?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

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 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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