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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Philip sets sail from which dock?

2. Rosemary confronts Philip about the ____.

3. The end of the story is considered to be _____.

4. How many dresses are spread out on Rosemary's bed?

5. One should always keep a ____ hat in the closet.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the relationship between Jane and Dora. How does the author make it apparent that the women are in a relationship? Why do they attempt to keep it a secret? Does Jane's mother know? Why isn't the topic discussed? How might you approach the topic if you were Jane, Dora or Jane's mother? What is the opinion of Rosemary?

Essay Topic 2

Politics and war are also referred to in the book. Discuss the use of politics in the story. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Ephron incorporate politics and war into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the relationship between Philip and Eleanor. Are they close? Is there anything unusual about their relationship? How might the pregnancy affect the relationship? Why do you think Eleanor refuses to marry Doyle? What might happen to the baby? How might Philip's return affect the way Eleanor plans to raise Tess?

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