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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. How did Harry and Olympia meet?

2. What is Harry's nickname for Olympia?

3. Who is Margaret Washington?

4. Who does Veronica threaten to move in with if her mother makes her attend the ball?

5. Which character does not have a job?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Olympia take Frieda shopping?

2. What are Charlie's summer plans?

3. What event has Frieda endured that makes her so special?

4. Why is Veronica concerned about Virginia's boyfriend?

5. How do Olympia's and Harry's backgrounds differ?

6. What does Chauncey threaten to do if Veronica refuses to attend the ball?

7. How is Felicia different than Olympia?

8. What are Charlie options for post graduation plans?

9. Describe Virginia's dress for the ball.

10. What are Charlie's thoughts on the ball?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What was the most prominent theme in this book? Please provide examples of this theme throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Olympia is a good mother and wife, but she does a lot to support other people. Do you think that Olympia is too enabling to her children and husband? Explain your reasoning using support from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Foreshadowing is also used in this book in many instances. Cite 3 examples of foreshadowing and how it is used to indicate events to come. Why would the author choose to foreshadow?

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