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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. At Thanksgiving dinner, who does Lucy announce having found?

2. Who decorates Cannie's apartment for her?

3. About how much weight has Cannie lost by Chapter 19?

4. Who does Dr. K say Cannie reminds him of?

5. Who does Cannie call for advice about Adrian?

Short Essay Questions

1. What arrangements does Cannie make at work in preparation for her baby?

2. What does Cannie wonder about Dr. K after receiving a care package from him?

3. In Chapter 19, Cannie writes for the first time since Joy was born - what does she write about?

4. What kindness does Dr. K show Cannie in Chapter 14?

5. Who does Cannie turn to for help in Chapter 19?

6. What bad news does Cannie receive in Chapter 18?

7. What preparations for the baby are being made by Cannie in Chapter 13?

8. How does Cannie greet the new year at the end of the novel?

9. What becomes Cannie's daily routine in Chapter 18?

10. Why does Cannie agree with Adrian's assessment that she will be a good mother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cannie's family issues are a prominent theme in the novel. Discuss Cannie's family history and what family issues she deals with currently in the narrative.

Essay Topic 2

Many of Cannie's actions are a reflection of her feelings for Bruce. Discuss the character of Bruce Guberman and how he affects Cannie's life.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how Weiner's writing style affects the novel. What is the tone of the novel?

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