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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. On what do Paul's thoughts compulsively dwell these days?

2. Who was the owner of the establishment in #74

3. Frank moved from New York to ____________.

4. Who are the twins that work part time for the real estate company?

5. Who is Clair Devane?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frank believe is the only way Joe and Phyllis will now be happy with their lives?

2. What things must Frank attend to before heading out of town for his trip with Paul?

3. Explain what Frank means by the "realty dreads"?

4. What does Frank do immediately after Ann remarries?

5. Waht was the nature of Frank's relationship with Clair?

6. What did Frank do in the period after his divorce?

7. What impact does Frank think falling property values have on a town?

8. What type of landlord does Frank try to be?

9. What advice does Frank try to give Joe?

10. What does Ann tell Frank about Paul's latest infraction?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Paul is exhibiting such destructive behavior both towards himself and towards others? What are his underlying reasons for acting out? Do you think he has gone too far in trying to gain attention? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Frank's Existence Period. What does he mean by this term? What does he do during this period? How long has it lasted? Is he comfortable with it?

Essay Topic 3

What is Frank's relationship with his ex-wife, Ann, as the story begins? What is their relationship by the end of the story? What are Frank's hopes for the extension of their relationship long-term?

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