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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. Why is Fiona's mother, Barbara, thrilled to receive a phone call from Shane asking whether Fiona has returned to Dublin?

2. What does Fiona's friend, Barbara, suggest her parents do?

3. What does David tell his parents in a letter?

4. What does Vonni tell Elsa about her past?

5. Based on the recommendation of the family with whom he is staying, where does David go to enjoy some leisure time?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Vonni think the tourists' desire to stay in Aghia Anna is a bad idea?

2. What does Vonni admit has caused her trouble?

3. What event causes Fiona to leave Shane for good?

4. What does Fiona write about in the letter to her mother?

5. Why does Georgi feel guilty?

6. Why does Vonni share her secrets with the tourists?

7. Why does Adonis choose not to call his father, Andreas?

8. Once he reaches Athens, what thoughts does Shane have about Fiona?

9. What is the nature of the conversation Shirley and Bill have about love?

10. What reassurance does Vonni offer Andreas?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What qualities or outlooks on life do the main characters share? Choose two of the main characters and compare and contrast them in terms of their character traits and experiences.

Essay Topic 2

Which character do you think grows and develops the most over the course of the novel, and why? Explain and illustrate with specific examples.

Essay Topic 3

Some of the characters seem to struggle with poor self-esteem. Choose one character and describe his or her self-image.

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