Cleopatra and Frankenstein Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Cleopatra and Frankenstein Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Coco Mellors
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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. In Chapter 4: "Early August," how does Frank describe their discussion about the movie's characters?

2. In Chapter 1: "December," what prompts Cleo to hesitate attending Santiago's party?

3. In Chapter 2: "June," who serves as the witness for Cleo and Frank's wedding ceremony?

4. What reason does Johnny give for breaking up with Quentin?

5. In Chapter 5: "Late August," how does Zoe view the Climaxing to Consciousness group initially?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 4: "Early August," discuss the significance of Cleo's choice of a Venetian-style hot chocolate. What does it reveal about her character?

2. In Chapter 3: "July," explore the significance of unconventional choices and symbolism in the chapter. How does Cleo's choice to wear a blue wedding dress reflect her character and her ambivalence about marriage?

3. In Chapter 5: "Late August," explore the role of vulnerability in the chapter. How does Zoe's vulnerability manifest through her interactions with the group and her conversations with Portia? Discuss the impact of vulnerability on the development of her relationships and her character.

4. In Chapter 2: "June," how does Cleo's choice of a blue dress instead of a traditional white wedding gown reflect her non-traditional approach to her wedding, and what does it symbolize in the context of the story?

5. In Chapter 6: "Early September," how does the setting of the subway ride to Grand Central Station serve as a metaphor for Cleo's strained relationship with her father, Peter?

6. In Chapter 2: "June," in the metaphysical shop, Cleo has her aura photographed. How does this moment shed light on her character's uncertainty and her search for meaning in her life and marriage?

7. In Chapter 4: "Early August," analyze the dynamics of the argument between Frank, Cleo, and Zoe in the bakery. How does it foreshadow the complexities of their relationships?

8. In Chapter 5: "Late August," analyze the symbolism of the Climaxing to Consciousness group's activities. How do the group's practices, such as chanting and the discussion of intimate experiences, symbolize the characters' quest for self-discovery and connection? What deeper meanings can be drawn from these practices?

9. In Chapter 5: "Late August," discuss the theme of unconventional choices and their consequences in the chapter. How do Zoe's unconventional decision to attend the group and Portia's unconventional career as a Sugar Baby reflect the characters' choices and their impact on their lives and relationships?

10. In Chapter 2: "June," how does the encounter with the hot dog vendor serve as a unique and memorable element in Cleo and Frank's wedding ceremony?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 15: "May," what does the interaction between Cleo and Danny Life at the art party reveal about the tension between artistic integrity and commercial success, and how does this tension affect the characters' choices and identities in the story?

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does the heated argument between Frank and Cleo reflect the overall themes of the novel, particularly in terms of their struggles with past trauma and their changing relationship dynamics?

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 6: "Early September," how does the symbolism of Miriam's jewelry collection in the chapter reflect her character and the dynamics within Cleo's family, and how does it contribute to the overall theme of strained relationships and self-absorption?

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