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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. Which department store does the narrator of "Martha Stewart's Vagina" mention in her short story?
2. What does Ford's steward try to convince Ford of?
3. According to the narrator of "Martha Stewart's Vagina," who recommended that Martha write an advice item about the vagina?
4. How many 20th century items are found in da Vinci's notebook, according to the narrator of "Da Vinci: the Lost Notebook," ?
5. What sort of accident does Teddy Kennedy have during the trip?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the point of view affect the reader's perspective in "Lack of Power"?
2. Do you feel sorry for Eileen? Why or why not?
3. What do you think of the relationship between Senor Jangles and James MacPherson in "Local News"?
4. Do you admire the Hansons? Why?
5. Explain the symbolic meaning of da Vinci's lost notebook in "Da Vinci: the Lost Notebook."
6. Do you like Martha Stewart based on what you read in this short story? Why or why not?
7. Describe how Martha says the exterior of the vagina should look, according to the narrator of "Martha Stewart's Vagina."
8. Describe the religion of Judaism from what you know after reading "The New Judaism."
9. Who is your favorite character in "Lack of Power"? Why?
10. Why does Princess Diana want to be pen pals with Mother Teresa as stated in "Pen Pals"?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What tone does Stewart use in "The Last Supper, or the Dead Waiter"? Do you think the tone matches the content of the story? If not, why do you think Stewart would pair a lighthearted tone with a story with serious content?
Essay Topic 2
What is the overall theme of "Martha Stewart's Vagina"? Is there more than one theme? Do you find it difficult to identify something as cohesive as a theme for a story so ironic and satirical?
Essay Topic 3
Sheldon appears in "Revenge is a Dish Best Served Cold" only briefly, yet serves a significant role. Describe Sheldon's character, his impact on the story, and any irony Stewart uses in writing about Sheldon.
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