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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 12: "Still March," how does Santiago feel about his role in his relationships?
2. In Chapter 12: "Still March," why does Santiago visit the airport chapel?
3. In Chapter 10: "February," why does Anders feel tired of his relationships with women?
4. In Chapter 13: "Late March," what is the ultimate impasse reached during the argument between Frank and Cleo?
5. In Chapter 8: "October," what is the purpose of Cleo and Frank's meeting with a real estate client?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 9: "January," discuss the changing dynamics of Frank and Cleo's relationship in this chapter. How does the argument and reconciliation highlight their individual struggles and the complexities of their love?
2. In Chapter 7: "Late September," how does the hotel balcony jump undertaken by Frank reflect his character's desire for thrill and unpredictability?
3. In Chapter 8: "October," in what way does the dance to Cleo's favorite song at the office holiday party reflect her state of mind and emotional journey?
4. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how does alcohol serve as a coping mechanism for Frank and what does it reveal about his character and emotional state?
5. In Chapter 9: "January," examine the role of the sugar glider in the chapter. How does its fate serve as a metaphor for the challenges in Frank and Cleo's relationship?
6. In Chapter 8: "October," what does the awkward introduction and mistaken name exchange between Cleo and Frank's wife reveal about Cleo's sense of identity and her relationship with Frank?
7. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does the memory of Cleo's childhood experience with her mother tie into her transformation?
8. In Chapter 10: "February," in what ways does the discussion between Anders and Christine about their son, Jonah, reflect their evolving relationship and the theme of parenthood in the chapter?
9. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how do Frank and Cleo's emotional struggles and inability to communicate effectively contribute to the escalating tension?
10. In Chapter 9: "January," explore the theme of ambition and success in the chapter. How does Frank's career achievement impact his relationship with Cleo and his personal identity?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Chapter 3: "July," how does Quentin's quest for escapism, through his engagement in risky sexual encounters and substance abuse, reflect larger themes of identity, desire, and self-destructive behavior?
Essay Topic 2
In Chapter 8: "October," how does the symbolism of the snow-covered park in the final scene of the chapter connect to the themes of renewal and transformation in Cleo's life?
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 15: "May," how does the destruction of Danny Life's art installation at the party, Cleo's actions, and the subsequent chaos symbolize the complex dynamics of ambition, artistry, and personal relationships in contemporary society?
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