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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 is the topic of an argument between Paul and Kathryn?

2. Where does Paul's wife work?

3. Stofsky begins to wonder if God could be __________________.

4. What is Paul's last name?

5. David says that Gene's monster is ________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Paul's lack of self-awareness drive the attachments he makes in his life?

2. How does the fight between the two men over a woman serve as a metaphor for what may lie ahead for Paul and Kathryn?

3. How are psychotherapy and writing compared and which seems to help the characters in the book?

4. What is an example of how the post-war search for meaning is taking on toll on people?

5. What is the premise of GO?

6. What does the aimless behavior of the characters signify in the book?

7. What is the real reason for Paul's irritation toward Pasternak, who is sleeping late in Paul's apartment?

8. How does the frantic behavior of the characters undermine their relationships with each other?

9. What are some of the ways in which Stofsky searches for meaning in his life?

10. Describe the scene where Stofsky goes to see Waters in his flat and is picked up by the asylum attendants.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of David Stofsky. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him during his lifetime?

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of regret. Identify at least two examples about regret in the book. Then explain how each example supports the theme of regret.

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