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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 Anna give to Claire before her meeting with James?

2. Why does Claire tell James to go back to his hotel?

3. For what reason would Claire consider reconciliation with James?

4. What does James want to know when he calls Claire from London?

5. What does Claire ask for regarding Kate?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What does James reveal to Claire about why he really left her?

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

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

6. How does James undermine Claire's decision to return to him?

7. What does Claire learn about James from her friend, Judy?

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Does Keyes end the story on a note of hope for Claire or the continuance of her struggle to come to terms with her flawed relationship with James? Give your perspective and two reasons to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The frustration of unfulfilled affection touches several characters in the story. Name at least two characters who experience unfulfilled love and the situations that occur as a result.

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