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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. What does Bendrix say always helped him regain trust in Sarah?

2. What code word do Sarah and Bendrix use during their affair to refer to love and sex?

3. Why is Sarah unable to see Bendrix when Henry has a cold?

4. What event does Bendrix first look for in Sarah's diary?

5. When do the final entries of Sarah's diary take place?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Henry shocked when Bendrix's friend tells him he "has been following the reports"?

2. Describe Bendrix's proposal to Sarah (while they are in the church)

3. What does Parkis say prevents private investigators from becoming famous?

4. Why does Smythe end up calling Bendrix after seeing him?

5. What is ironic about Parkis' son's name?

6. What does Bendrix do to try and detract Henry's attention from his liaison with Sarah in the living room?

7. How does Sylvia indicate her attraction to Bendrix?

8. What promise does Sarah make to God if He will return Bendrix to life?

9. How does Bendrix change his work routine in preparation for running away with Sarah?

10. What exchange do Parkis and Henry have after Sarah's death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the themes The End of the Affair explores is faith (in God and other human beings). Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

In The End of the Affair, a few minor characters have a major impact on the story line. Select one of the following minor characters to analyze: Parkis, Richard Smythe, Mrs. Bertram or Father Crompton. Discuss:

1) The personality (character traits) of this character

2) The relationship between this minor character and the major characters in the story

3) The impact of this character on the story line--How does s/he influence the overall story line? How would the story be different if this character was removed?

Essay Topic 3

Sarah's journal offers unique insight into a character (Sarah) other than the narrator (Bendrix). Discuss how the author's decision to include another narrator influences the story. How is the story different because of Sarah's journal? What is the significance of the fact that Sarah did not intend for Bendrix to read her journal? How would the novel be different if Sarah told the entire story? Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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