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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time is it when Part Four ends?

2. Who says, "There's nothing the matter with your life"?

3. Who says, "That's nonsense"?

4. Who says, "I suppose we could go to our house--if I were only sure--"?

5. For how long does Miles say he's been seeing an analyst?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is it important that Joel feels a sense of obligation to Miles? What does it say about Joel? What does it say about Miles? How does Joel try to undermine that sense of obligation?

Essay Topic 2

Look at the use of clothes in the story. Cite three instances where clothing is described and explain what you think each outfit symbolizes. Why does the author put so much detail into describing clothing?

Essay Topic 3

What is the significance of insecurity in the story? How does insecurity drive the plot? Which characters are the most insecure? What is the story saying about insecurity?

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