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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what did Annie suffer when she was eighteen-years-old?

2. Which of the following does Blanche NOT exhibit after her hip surgery?

3. How does Annie respond to the ways people try to comfort her?

4. On the anniversary of the day Annie met the man with whom she had an affair was the day she found her mother _____________________.

5. What does Annie not believe about her mother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Name and describe the three primary reasons Annie's diary is special. Compare it to similar famous diaries in history. How do diaries help us us understand personal and public histories?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the role of girls and women in mid-20th century France. What precedents do they feel compelled to follow? What restrictions do they have? What freedoms did they have that 21st century women do not have?

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