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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. Why does Barbara assume that Sheba will have to take her wherever she goes?
2. How does Sheba justify Steven's moodiness when she goes to his house?
3. What does Sheba tell Barbara about Steven after the fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night?
4. Who does Barbara see Sheba talking to at the fireworks?
5. Why does Barbara panic when Sheba tells her that Eddie and his family are returning from India soon?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does Polly's guidance counselor say is the cause of her behavior, and how does Barbara feel about that diagnosis?
2. Sheba locks herself in her room for forty-eight hours after finding Barbara's manuscript. Why do you think Sheba feels so betrayed?
3. Describe the confrontation between Sheba, Richard, and Mrs. Connelly in Chapter 15.
4. Describe the incident at the restaurant on the way home from picking Polly up from Brighton.
5. After Barbara makes plans for Sheba and herself to stay at Sheba's mother's home, Barbara expresses some concern that Sheba may not allow her to travel with her. Barbara, however, tells herself that Sheba 'needs' her. Why does Barbara think Sheba needs her? What does this tell you about Barbara's character?
6. Why, do you think, is Barbara's manuscript such a shock for Sheba?
7. Why is Barbara depressed at the beginning of Chapter 13?
8. Describe Barbara's physical condition in the beginning of Chapter 14. Why is her health suffering in this way?
9. Why is Barbara so excited about going to lunch with Bangs?
10. Why does Barbara feel that she cannot yet truly count on Sheba as a friend in Chapter 10?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Chapter 9, Barbara compares her relationship with Sheba to a marriage. In a detailed essay, analyze the reasons why Barbara feels this way. How is their relationship similar to a marriage? In what ways do Sheba and Barbara interact as spouses do?
Essay Topic 2
Sheba is not only a teacher in "Notes on a Scandal," but is also a lover, a mother, a wife, and a friend. Discuss and evaluate the various roles Sheba plays throughout the novel. How do her actions and beliefs differ in each role? Does she purposely seek out one role over another? Does one role fit her personality better than the others? Cite examples from the novel to support your arguments.
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the role of jealousy in "Notes on a Scandal." Where is jealousy especially prevalent in the novel, and how does it serve as an overall theme throughout the book?
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