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

Short Answer Questions

1. Volodya adds he shot at Frank because he took Lisa into his home, he had met her in the library, and spoke to her how many times?

2. What does Frank tell the individual he finds in the shop to do?

3. The notice releasing Frank of responsibility for Volodya goes on to say there is no further objection to his leaving Russia, and what else?

4. What is Frank's response to Lisa's reply upon being told to answer Ben's question about how it was easier for women than a decade ago?

5. While speaking with Lisa about the note Volodya stuck to her in the library, Selwyn appears, and Frank tells him what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Critical in Chapter 12 are the feelings Frank has toward Lisa. How does Penelope Fitzgerald accomplish revealing the state Frank finds himself in? What is the capability Frank has in recognizing and dealing with his instinctive emotions?

Essay Topic 2

What is the albatross of printing machinery that Frank inherits upon his father's death? Why is it a burden to Frank? How is he approaching the matter? What appears to be the outcome?

Essay Topic 3

Talking with Selwyn in Chapter 20, Charlie notes that Dolly is adept in the kitchen. Selwyn replies that if adult women and men live simply, doing tasks as the need arises, their children will soon seek to join in. Why does Charlie make the comment about Dolly initially? Following Selwyn's response, why is it Charlie then asks if he thought Nellie lived simply? Why does Selwyn offer no reply?

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