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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 does Bridget's mum do for her that makes things better?
2. Bridget is also excited because this will be a good opportunity for Daniel to meet ____________.
3. Who comes to Bridget's rescue by arranging for clothing to cover her bunny costume?
4. How does Bridget try to make herself feel better about her breakup with Daniel?
5. As the December chapter begins, what are Bridget's thoughts about Mark?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe Mark Darcy's treatment of Bridget at the Tarts and Vicars party in July.
2. What predictions can be made about Bridget's new year?
3. How does the Darcys' ruby anniversary party change Bridget and Mark's relationship?
4. Bridget has obsessed all year about food, weight, and men. Why is it ironic that she decides to impress Mark by hosting an extravagant dinner in November?
5. Mark does not tell Bridget the reason for his dislike of Daniel until the night of his parents' ruby anniversary party. What does Mark's decision to wait until after Daniel and Bridget break up say about Mark's level of respect for Bridget?
6. How is the subplot involving Bridget's mum and Julio resolved in December?
7. Identify the climax of the book.
8. Which of the following is the reason for Bridget's successful year: Self-improvement or self-acceptance?
9. Describe the personality of Bridget's new boss, Richard Finch.
10. If Daniel had never cheated on Bridget, would they have made a successful couple?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Bridget and her mum have an interesting, often troubled, relationship. However, there are times in the book when it is obvious that Bridget's mum cares and wants to see her daughter happy. Give 3 examples of times when Bridget's mum is concerned with Bridget's welfare. Explain how each example shows her mum's true feelings for Bridget.
Essay Topic 2
Daniel Cleaver stood Bridget up on a number of occasions. Mark Darcy stands Bridget up on their first date.
Compare and contrast Bridget's reaction to being stood up by Daniel to her reaction to being stood up by Mark. What do her reactions say about her self-esteem at the time of each incident?
Essay Topic 3
How do Perpetua and Natasha treat Bridget at the book-release party? How does Bridget handle the situation? What is the goal of their behavior? How does their treatment of Bridget provide Mark Darcy with an opportunity to connect with Bridget?
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