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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Against what surface does someone smash one of Marianne's coupe champagne glasses?
(a) The wall.
(b) The ceiling.
(c) The stove.
(d) The floor.

2. Connell tells Lorraine that Marianne's new boyfriend is "a bit more in line with" (129) Marianne's what?
(a) Worldview.
(b) Social class.
(c) Goals.
(d) Philosophy.

3. Who is Marianne's best friend for the longest period of college?
(a) Jamie.
(b) Peggy.
(c) Ashley.
(d) Joanna.

4. Connell reflects upon the fact that "the substance that makes the world real" (165) is what?
(a) Ambition.
(b) Desire.
(c) Power.
(d) Money.

5. What is the first emotion Connell feels when Marianne confesses that Jamie has certain proclivities?
(a) Embarrassment.
(b) Fear.
(c) Anger.
(d) Shame.

6. In April of 2012, Connell is most nervous about which final assignment?
(a) An essay.
(b) A presentation.
(c) An oral exam.
(d) A written exam.

7. Connell reflects upon the fact that even when his conversations with Helen are what, "he still feels better after talking to her" (159)?
(a) Long.
(b) Quick.
(c) Awkward.
(d) Boring.

8. What is the name of Connell's roommate during his early college years?
(a) Cillian.
(b) Jules.
(c) Niall.
(d) Patrick.

9. What is Marianne's response when Connell tells her that he wants to see other people?
(a) She screams.
(b) She shakes her head.
(c) She says no.
(d) She says okay.

10. The house Marianne shares with Jamie and one other person for the summer is located outside of what town?
(a) Trieste.
(b) Perth.
(c) Dublin.
(d) London.

11. Marianne tells Connell that which person had recently encouraged her to commit suicide?
(a) Lorraine.
(b) Alan.
(c) Jamie.
(d) Denise.

12. During lunch at her house, Connell wants to tell Marianne that she looks like a what?
(a) An angel.
(b) A sight for sore eyes.
(c) A dream.
(d) Drug addict.

13. For what reason is Connell unable to afford rent in Dublin during the summer of 2012?
(a) He loses his scholarship due to financial status.
(b) His stash of money is stolen.
(c) He loses his scholarship due to academic status.
(d) His work hours are cut.

14. Who sends Marianne a text suggesting that Connell is not serious about Marianne?
(a) Jamie.
(b) Eric.
(c) Joanna.
(d) Lars.

15. What adjective does Jamie use to describe Connell's appearance upon his arrival at Marianne's house?
(a) Dirty.
(b) Mean.
(c) Rank.
(d) Rough.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of Marianne's friends throws a party in May of 2012 to celebrate the end of exams?

2. How many other girlfriends has Connell introduced to Lorraine prior to her meeting Helen?

3. In what location does Helen spend the summer of 2013?

4. Once Connell has been with Helen for a while, he decides that Marianne is different from him in what major way?

5. In what location does Connell awaken the morning after running into Miss Neary at the club?

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