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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 5, "Georgiana," what is Georgiana's initial reaction to playing tennis with Brady after his return from a trip?

2. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana describe Curtis McCoy, the person she meets over the weekend?

3. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," what broader themes are explored through the contrast between the Glass Apartment and the Pineapple Street house?

4. In Chapter 7, "Sasha," what role does the Glass Apartment play in Sasha's identity?

5. In Chapter 4, "Sasha," why does Mullin's behavior change after Sasha gets accepted to art school?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. In Chapter 6, "Darley," how does the chapter highlight Darley's growing frustration and discomfort with the comments about her biracial children's appearance, and what broader societal issues does this frustration underscore?

3. 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.

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

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

6. In Chapter 3, "Darley," how does the chapter text illustrate the challenges of parenting, and how do the characters reflect on their own childhood memories?

7. In Chapter 8, "Georgiana," how does Brady's upbringing and exposure to different cultures influence his decision to work in the global health field, and how does Georgiana react to his reasons?

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 7, "Sasha," how does Georgiana's attitude and behavior towards Sasha contribute to Sasha's feelings of insecurity and isolation within her new family?

10. In Chapter 2, "Georgiana," how does Georgiana's crush on Brady act as a catalyst for personal development?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter 17, "Georgiana," examine the motif of forgiveness and redemption in the novel, focusing on how different characters seek or offer forgiveness for their past actions.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the theme of privilege and its impact on characters' decisions and interactions in Chapter 12, "Darley."
Provide specific examples from the text to support your analysis.

Essay Topic 3

How does the theme of parenthood unfold in Chapter 10, "Sasha"? Provide specific examples from the text to illustrate how Sasha and Cord's discussions about starting a family, their interactions with their own parents, and Sasha's reactions to the pregnant model contribute to the exploration of this theme.

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