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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. Wjat does Kosti cheat at in this chapter?

2. For whom does Isabel admit that she has strong feelings?

3. About shat does Larry say he is trying to find answers?

4. In what month of the year do Gray and Isabel get married?

5. Which character develops a plan to help Isabel forget about Larry?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Isabal's plan to win back Larry in Paris in Chapter 4.

2. Describe Gray Maturin

3. What is Elliot's plan at the beginning of the fourth chapter?

4. What were the author's reservations about writing the book?

5. What are Isabel's thoughts on love?

6. Describe Kosti.

7. What do the adults say about Larry's future?

8. What does Maugham say he has changed about the real story?

9. Describe Suzanne's time with Larry in the country.

10. What happens to Kosti and Larry in Germany?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine Indian culture. What influence has it had on America and the western world in terms of politics, arts and religion. Why would Larry go to India to find himself?

Essay Topic 2

Review the history of the stock market in 1929. When and why was it set up? What effects did it have on the running of society? Why was it such a problem when the stock market crashed in 1929 and how did it affect peoples lives?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Maugham's life. In what way do you think his life and personality are reflected in the book?

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