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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 10: "February," why does Anders feel tired of his relationships with women?

2. In Chapter 9: "January," what does the sugar glider symbolize?

3. In Chapter 8: "October," what themes are enriched by the conversation about Jewish heritage?

4. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what does the reunion between Cleo and Frank signify in the chapter?

5. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what is the setting at the beginning of the chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. 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?

2. In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does the revelation of Cleo's self-harm affect the dynamics between the characters, and what does it suggest about the impact of past actions on the present?

3. 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?

4. In Chapter 9: "January," analyze the significance of Cleo's involvement in the art school tuition protest. How does her commitment to activism reflect her character and values?

5. In Chapter 7: "Late September," what role does the bar turned makeshift club play in Cleo's journey of self-discovery?

6. In Chapter 11: "Early March," how does Cleo's impulsive purchase of gardening supplies reflect her emotional state?

7. In Chapter 13: "Late March," how do Frank and Cleo's emotional struggles and inability to communicate effectively contribute to the escalating tension?

8. 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?

9. In Chapter 11: "Early March," what is the significance of the blue orchid?

10. In Chapter 8: "October," how does the conversation between Cleo and Frank during their walk in the snow-covered park connect to the themes of Jewish heritage and permanence?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 16: "August," how does Cleo's relationship with her family, particularly her mother, influence her decisions and actions throughout the chapter?

Essay Topic 2

In Chapter 12: "Still March," how does the chapter reveal the evolving dynamics of the relationships between Santiago, Anders, Cleo, and Frank, and what broader themes about human connection and vulnerability does it explore?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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