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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Claude first meet Reggie Phillips?

2. How long will Frescobaldi need a temporary accompanist?

3. What does Mr. Levits tell Claude regarding Frescobaldi's nature?

4. How many years does the story skip between the end of Chapter 13 in Part 1 and the beginning of Chapter 14 in Part 2?

5. What is the atmosphere at the Powers' when Claude and Lady make their holiday visit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Body and Soul have a common appeal through its theme, plot, and characters? Describe a conflict, theme, or issue that is common to all people. Give examples from the story and current events to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

How are the author's writing style and point of view connected in Body and Soul? Give examples from the story to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Several components of quality literature include: 1) use of descriptive words 2) use of analogies, metaphors, and similes, and other figurative language 3) an attention-grabbing beginning 4) details 5) appealing to the five senses. Is Body and Soul an example of quality literature? Why or why not? Give examples from the story using three of the five components of quality literature to explain your answer.

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