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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 have Winnie and her boyfriend brought to Stofsky's apartment?

2. Paul writes in a letter to Liza that he thinks of them as ___________________.

3. Why does Kathryn call Paul at Bianca's apartment?

4. Why could Hart not meet Margo at her apartment?

5. With whom is the woman in #123 in love?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Paul and Kathryn realize at the end of the story?

2. Why does Paul feel the need to call Estelle?

3. What does Hart's misbehavior highlight regarding love and the need to protect relationships?

4. What is Verger's current state of mind after May has left him?

5. What is it about Hart that makes him become the group's leader?

6. What is the significance of the radio that Kathryn rejects and Stofsky accepts?

7. How does Agatson's death demonstrate the futility of the lives of all the characters?

8. What does Agatson's verbal attack on Verger mean and why does May even defend Agatson?

9. Why is Paul unaware of his true feelings about Kathryn?

10. Why are the other characters so fascinated by the arrival of Hart Kennedy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Restlessness takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Compare and contrast Paul and Pasternak. What do they have in common? What are their primary differences? Why are their differences classic examples of conflict in drama? What other similarities and dissimilarities are there between the two characters?

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