Pineapple Street Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Jenny Jackson
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 195 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Pineapple Street Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Jenny Jackson
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 195 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. In Chapter 3, "Darley," how does Darley handle the dead pigeon that Poppy finds?

2. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," why does Sasha feel like an outsider at the housewarming party?

3. In Chapter 5, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's relationship with Brady initially develop at work?

4. In Chapter 5, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's mother react to her dating life?

5. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," what is Georgiana's main professional role in the not-for-profit organization?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 4, "Sasha,, how does Sasha's family's behavior contrast with her husband Cord's family during special occasions and celebrations?

2. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does the novel depict the tension between material abundance and ethical responsibility?

3. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," how does the contrasting symbolism of the glass apartment and the Pineapple Street house reflect Sasha's internal conflict?

4. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," discuss how Sasha's interactions with her sisters-in-law, Georgiana and Darley, illustrate the complexities of blending different cultural backgrounds and how it impacts Sasha's sense of self.

5. In Chapter 6, "Darley," how does Malcolm's unexpected firing from his job serve as a poignant example of systemic bias and privilege within the corporate world, and how does Darley's reaction reveal the larger impact of such injustices on individuals and families?

6. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," discuss the significance of the room that serves as a portal to 1997 in "Sasha's House." how does the room symbolize Sasha's struggle to blend her past with her present, and how does it impact her relationship with her husband and in-laws?

7. In Chapter 4, "Sasha," how does Sasha's honeymoon experience in Turks and Caicos reveal the differences in her and Cord's vacation preferences, and what does it tell readers about their relationship dynamics?

8. In Chapter 1, "Sasha," analyze the portrayal of family relationships and societal expectations in the book. How do the interactions between family members, especially Cord's parents, Chip and Tilda, reflect the influence of wealth, status, and tradition on their dynamics?

9. In Chapter 5, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's connection with Brady evolve through their shared interest in tennis?

10. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does the author employ humor to convey deeper insights into characters' attitudes towards privilege, wealth, and social consciousness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the portrayal of class differences and personal identity in the relationship between Sasha and Cord in the novel. How do their contrasting backgrounds impact their interactions and decisions?

Essay Topic 2

In what ways does Darley's determination to support her husband during the challenging time in Chapter 6, "Darley" reflect a broader struggle against injustice and inequality?

Essay Topic 3

In Chapter 18, "Darley," explore how Darley's encounter with Cy Habib and her concern for her sister Georgiana highlight the significance of family support and unity during difficult times.

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