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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. For what is the Pal notable?
2. Which of the characters has achieved true freedom and happiness?
3. How does Cheri know that Edmee is going to bed?
4. Why does Edmee spend so much time at the hospital?
5. How does Desmond perceive Cheri to be now?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is the irony of Madame Peloux's understanding that Cheri needs Lea at this point in his life?
2. How many years have passed since the end of CHERI and the beginning of THE LAST OF CHERI?
3. Why is Cheri so shocked when he finally visits Lea again?
4. How does the author use irony at the end of CHERI when Lea tells Cheri to leave?
5. Describe the encounter in which Cheri once again sees the Pal.
6. Explain why Cheri feels shut out of his marriage and even alienated from Madame Peloux?
7. After spending the night together, how do Lea's and Cheri's views of the relationship differ?
8. How do Lea and Cheri finally reunite?
9. Why does Cheri seem to be so unfocused and listless in his life?
10. At this point, how long has it been since Cheri has seen Lea?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
CHERI and THE LAST OF CHERI are classic stories of the search for love. What does that classification entail? Why does this play fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of love. Identify at least two themes about love in the book. Then cite an example to support each theme you name
Essay Topic 3
Develop a character study of Lea. What are her physical traits? What motivates her? What are her personal characteristics?
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