The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 91 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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 object was often taken to the cinema with Germaine Pichot?

2. What area of Paris is popular with artists?

3. What activity did Stein partake in every afternoon?

4. What was the price of Alice's lessons?

5. Alice's father said, "if you must do a thing do it _____________."

Short Essay Questions

1. What was Alice's living arrangement after the untimely death of her mother?

2. Why is it difficult for Alice to relate to her family's military service?

3. Many people, mostly painters and writers, flocked to the Stein apartment. Why was 27 rue de Fleurus so popular?

4. In 1913, Helene left of the Stein household. What prompted the departure?

5. What was the initial purpose for Stein and Toklas to go to London?

6. Of the Americans that visited Paris, Picasso approved of very few. One woman of which Picasso approved was referred to as the Empress. Describe her.

7. What caused Alice to throw herself into literature after having spent so much time studying music?

8. What prompted Max Jacob to dub the early 1900s "the heroic age of Cubism?

9. How is Picasso described when he makes his first recorded visit to the Stein apartment?

10. Why did Toklas say it was with "infinite relief England came into the war"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Much of the book details the relationships between Stein and a lengthy cast of characters. Most of the characters are famous painters and authors although many are academics, friends and relatives that bear little impact on the story as a whole. Why were these people included in the book? Do you feel that the inclusion helped or hindered the picture Stein was trying to paint of life in Paris?

Essay Topic 2

Stein and Fitzgerald had a peculiar relationship. Stein often complimented Fitzgerald on his work, particularly the books "The Great Gatsby" and "This Side of Paradise." Fitzgerald did not receive the compliments well and often became angry. Explain Fitzgerald's behavior and how it affected his relationship with Stein.

Essay Topic 3

Money was mentioned on occasion but usually when it posed a problem regarding the ability to live in Paris or during war time. It was never discussed how Stein and Toklas made their money, only that it was wise to be frugal. When the women ran out of money, they contacted relatives for help. Where do you think the women got the funds to live on? How did their lifestyle help or hinder their financial status?

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